Madigan: Blago Could Step Down Monday, Potentially Still Receive Paycheck
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan said today on Meet The Press that Rod Blagojevich could potentially still receive his paycheck if he were to temporarily step down as governor without fully resigning, a move that could possibly happen Monday. "And again, I have heard as well that that is one of his main concerns - his financial circumstances right now," said Madigan.

No Obama Or Biden Events Today
Barack Obama is in Chicago today, and Joe Biden is in Delaware. There are no public events scheduled.

Field For Obama's Seat Keeps Getting Bigger
Former Illinois Attorney General Roland Burris (D) is now offering himself up as a potential candidate for Barack Obama's Senate seat, bringing the total field to nine people, by the New York Times' count. For his part, Burris said he would like to serve as a caretaker for two years, then not seek election in 2010 -- which could be an attractive feature to Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn, if he were to take office soon and make an appointment in lieu of a special election.

Blagojevich Meets With Big-Name Lawyer
Rod Blagojevich met yesterday in Chicago with high-profile defense attorney Edward Genson, whose clientele also includes R. Kelly. Genson told the Chicago Tribune that he is not on retainer for Blagojevich, and is simply consulting.

McCain Rejects GOP Efforts To Hammer Obama On Blago Scandal
During his appearance today on ABC's This Week, John McCain talked down the GOP's efforts to tag Barack Obama with the Blagojevich scandal. "I think that the Obama campaign should and will give all information necessary," said McCain. "You know, in all due respect to the Republican National Committee and anybody -- right now, I think we should try to be working constructively together, not only on an issue such as this, but on the economy, stimulus package, reforms that are necessary."

McCain, On Possible Support For Palin: "My Corpse Is Still Warm"
Also his interview with George Stephanopoulos, John McCain said it was too early to say whether he would support Sarah Palin for president against the field of other potential Republican candidates. "Have no doubt of my admiration and respect for her and my view of her viability," McCain said, "But at this stage, my corpse is still warm!"

Palin's Church Damaged By Suspected Arson
Sarah Palin's church in Wasilla was damaged this weekend in a fire that is believed to have been arson. Palin's spokesperson said the governor has told the church she is sorry if the it turns out the fire was in any way connected to the "undeserved negative attention" resulting from her campaign for vice president.