Convicted Chicago Alderman and Gang Chief were lovers, Feds say

The Chicago Sun-Times reports on the criminal class,Chicago's elected city council members:

Former Ald. Arenda Troutman and a gang chieftain were "romantically involved" and worked together on a crooked real estate deal, federal prosecutors allege in a new court filing.

Troutman pleaded guilty last week to shaking down developers in her 20th Ward on the South Side. She was voted out of office last year.

Donnell "Scandalous" Jehan, a Black Disciples "king," was one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives until April when he surrendered. He faces trial on drug charges.

When the FBI searched Troutman's home and office last year, they found photos of her with Jehan. He previously was spotted driving her SUV. And Chicago Police envelopes addressed to her were found in his home, sources said.

A Chicago love story.In Chicago, what's the difference between a politician and a street thug? The businessman could be the criminal,the elected official could be a businessman,and in Chicago the elected official can be a high ranking "made member" of the mafia.