George Ryan , co-defendant claim they did n't get fair trial in 1999-2003 . Justices refuse to intervene in case , give no reason why . The men were convicted on charges related to bribery . George Ryan , a Republican , served as U.S. governor from 2006 .
George Ryan , co-defendant claim they did n't get fair trial in 2006 . Justices refuse to intervene in case , give no reason why . The men were convicted on charges related to bribery . Ryan , a Republican , served as Illinois governor from 1999-2003 .