In the high-profile corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, jury selection has been notably slow, with the process extending into the second week and causing delays to the trial schedule. A panel of 12 jurors has been finalized, but additional alternate jurors are still needed. Madigan, along with co-defendant Michael McClain, faces serious charges including racketeering and bribery, with both pleading not guilty. Judge John Robert Blakey has been managing the pace of proceedings, occasionally suggesting time limits to maintain efficiency. The trial is expected to last at least 11 weeks, pushing into the holiday season, highlighting the complexity and significance of the case.