Aug. 14 is the new sentencing date a federal judge set on Tuesday for former Illinois U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. and his wife, Sandi. Jackson pleaded guilty this year to the misappropriation of $750,000 in campaign funds; in which he was order to pay back, in addition to facing a maximum five-year prison term. […]
Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. has been charged with violating federal law by misusing $750,000 in campaign funds, according to the Chicago Tribune. He could face up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 if convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud, and false statements. In addition, […]
