The prosecution in the impeachment trial of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is laying out its case against him.
The Senate trial is expected to continuw on Monday, but much of the testimony will come from House lawmakers. From the 13 people,8 person will be called to the witness stand during the trial are state representatives.
In documents Ellis has filed, he indicates he will call the lawmakers to testify on areas such as Blagojevich's alleged abuse of power. Ellis explains office holders will primarily summarize different areas outlined in the House Impeachment Committee's report. That report recommended Blagojevich's impeachment and the House later took that action.
Others scheduled to be called as witnesses include the state's auditor general. Blagojevich was arrested in December for corruption, but maintains he's innocent. Blagojevich and his attorneys are boycotting the trial calling the Senate's rules unfair.
Among the witnesses Ellis is requesting to appear:
Former US Attorney John Scully
Andrew Morriss
Auditor Bill Holland
Rep Chapin Rose
Rep Jack Franks
Rep Constance Howard
Rep David Miller
Rep Gary Hannig
Rep Jack Franks
Rep Jim Durkin
Rep Susana Mendoza
Rep Lou Lang
FBI Special Agent Daniel Cain
JCAR Director Vicki Thomas.
source:city room
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