McCuskey Resigns Amid Ethics Fallout | Springfield News

Springfield News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 1m

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…