About
Rod Blagojevich, nicknamed "Blago," is an American former politician who served as the 40th Governor of Illinois. He previously held positions in both the Illinois State legislature and the U.S. House of Representatives. Blagojevich's career was cut short when he was impeached and removed from office following allegations of corruption.
Career Timeline
Elected to Congress
Elected to U.S. House of Representatives.
Elected Governor of Illinois
Elected as the 40th Governor of Illinois.
Re-elected Governor
Wins re-election as Governor of Illinois.
Impeached and Removed
Impeached and removed from office due to corruption.
Convicted on Corruption Charges
Convicted on multiple corruption charges.
Commuted Sentence
President Trump commutes Blagojevich's sentence.
Disgraced Former Governor
Continues to be known for his corruption scandal.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026