Jesse Jackson Jr. announces run for old Illinois seat

The Brief

  • Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. announced he’s running to reclaim his old seat in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District.
  • Jackson launched his campaign on his father’s 84th birthday, pledging to focus on jobs, healthcare, and economic growth.
  • He resigned from Congress in 2012 after pleading guilty to misusing campaign funds but says he’s ready for redemption and public service again.

CHICAGO Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. announced Wednesday he is running for his old seat in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District.

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Jackson, a Democrat, launched his campaign on his father’s 84th birthday, calling it a symbolic moment to honor the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.’s legacy of public service and activism.

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