BBC News - Jesse Jackson Jr charged with misusing campaign funds: "A former congressman and son of a prominent civil rights leader has been charged with spending campaign funds on personal expenses.
Jesse Jackson Jr of Illinois is accused of misusing $750,000 (£483,000).
He and his wife Sandi Jackson, who is charged with tax fraud in the matter, intend to plead guilty, media report.
Mr Jackson, a 47-year-old Democrat, resigned in November after acknowledging he was being treated for bipolar disorder.
"I offer no excuses for my conduct and I fully accept my responsibility for the improper decisions and mistakes I have made," Mr Jackson said in a statement."
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Friday, February 15, 2013
Continuing the fine tradition of Chicago politicians- J J Jr.
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