https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2008/12/09/blag/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usThu, 11 Jun 2026 15:25:06 -0400<![CDATA[The Governor of Illinois and his chief of staff have been arrested by Federal agents. They were awakened in their homes at 06:15 and taken to FBI headquarters, and will reportedly be accused of wide-ranging acts of corruption and influence-peddling. The Chicago Tribune writes:]]>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:08:55 -0500<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2008/12/09/blag-n186748