Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre said he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's, a stunning disclosure made to Congress on Tuesday while testifying about his potential misuse of taxpayer money.
Favre, appearing before the House Ways and Means Committee, has been accused of improperly using political connections to redirect public money to his alma mater and his own pocket.
"Sadly, I also lost an investment in a company that I believed was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I thought would help others, and I’m sure you’ll understand why it’s too late for me because I’ve recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s," Favre told lawmakers.
Recently, the doctor, running the company pleaded guilty to taking (public) money for his own use."
The Hall of Fame QB improperly received program money for speaking engagements that he never made, according to a state auditor.
Persons:
Brett Favre, he's, Favre, I’ve, Parkinson’s, Angelina Katsanis, who’d, Phil Bryant
Organizations:
Green Bay Packers, Parkinson's, POLITICO, AP, JAMA, NFL, Assistance, Fame, Gov, University of Southern
Locations:
Canton, Washington, University of Southern Mississippi
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