Former Rep. Jesse Jackson (D-IL), who won reelection earlier this month only to resign from Congress last week, could be eligible for an annual pension estimated at $45,000, The Chicago Tribune reports. From the paper:
Earlier this year, Congress expanded the number of felony public corruption offenses that would trigger the loss of a federal pension. They added several crimes, including tax evasion, money laundering and offenses relating to soliciting political contributions.
In his resignation letter, Jackson Jr., who had been on medical leave since mid-June, said he was aware of the federal investigation into his activities. He is reportedly in plea negotiations for allegedly misusing campaign funds to redecorate his home.
