McCuskey Resigns Amid Ethics Fallout | Springfield News

Illinois’ legislative inspector general, Michael McCuskey, is stepping down amid controversy — his resignation takes effect September 30, though the Ethics Commission hasn’t formally accepted it. A former federal judge, McCuskey’s tenure was marred by accusations of misconduct, including sharing confidential info and making personal remarks during interviews, which he denies. His most contentious probe involved a lobbyist who challenged his report’s accuracy. Lawmakers like Rep. Mary Beth Canty say his exit doesn’t fix deeper problems of harassment in Springfield, calling for stronger laws and accountability. The office itself has long struggled with vacancies and lack of authority — past IGs called it ineffective — leaving many to wonder if real reform is even possible. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a60b8f8bfe72fc03