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It took only a few hours to seat the jury of 12 jurors and four alternates. Open arguments also began Monday.

The 80-year-old Republican is accused of using his leadership position to help businesses win contracts and grants with state agencies.

He's accused of pocketing nearly $3.2 million during his nearly 14 years as majority leader.

Bruno was charged in an eight-count federal indictment with defrauding the public of "honest services." He has pleaded not guilty and calls the case against him a “politically motivated fishing expedition."

Heading into court Monday morning, Bruno maintained his innocence.

"I've been looking forward to this day for a long time. I have done nothing wrong, and over the next several weeks that is going to be proven," he said.

Bruno resigned from office in July 2008 after 32 years in the State Senate, but said the federal investigation was not a factor in his decision to step down.