Brett Favre Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis During Congressional Hearing on $8 Million TANF Welfare Misuse

Sep 24, 2024, 03:59 PM

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre revealed during a congressional hearing on welfare reform that he has been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Favre, 54, disclosed his diagnosis while testifying before the House Ways and Means Committee, which is investigating the misuse of TANF welfare funds in Mississippi. Favre has been linked to $8 million in misspent welfare funds and has maintained that he was unaware the money he received came from welfare funds. He expressed that the challenges his family has faced due to the allegations have hurt his reputation. Favre also mentioned his belief in a company developing a concussion drug, which he lost an investment in.