Chicago, IL, September 8, 2026 — Illinois’ Legislative Inspector General, Michael McCuskey, announced his resignation from the post, with his departure set to take effect on September 30th.

The announcement of McCuskey’s departure comes after a period of scrutiny regarding his professional conduct. Specifically, complaints have been raised concerning his approach to handling sexual harassment investigations.

A significant point of contention has been McCuskey’s methodology in the Harry Benton case. Accusations against him in this matter include allegations of not taking notes during interviews conducted as part of his investigations. These practices have reportedly drawn criticism and contributed to the circumstances leading to his resignation.

As the Legislative Inspector General, McCuskey held a key role in overseeing ethical conduct within the Illinois General Assembly. His office was responsible for investigating alleged violations of the state’s ethics laws by legislators and state officials.

The specific details regarding the nature of the complaints and their full impact on the decision to resign were not detailed in the provided information. The resignation marks the end of McCuskey’s tenure as the state’s top legislative watchdog, a position that requires adherence to strict procedural standards and public trust.

No further information was provided regarding the timeline of the complaints or any formal proceedings that may have preceded his resignation. The office of the Legislative Inspector General in Illinois plays a crucial role in maintaining accountability within the state’s legislative branch.


Story summarized from the original created by Mitchell Armentrout on chicago.suntimes.com, see more information here.

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