State Dems, Republicans Agree Reform Is Needed

Illinois lawmakers are renewing calls for ethics reform at the state capitol after Legislative Inspector General Michael McCuskey announced his resignation amid misconduct accusations. Multiple women say McCuskey acted inappropriately and unprofessionally while interviewing them during an investigation into former Representative Harry Benton. McCuskey had been responsible for investigating misconduct by lawmakers and state officials. Now, both Republicans and Democrats say the office itself needs stronger accountability and oversight. The controversy is raising broader questions about how complaints are handled in Springfield, and whether the current system does enough to protect people who come forward during investigations.