Family Statement on the Updated Condition of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

November 17, 2025

The family of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. has issued a statement correcting misleading media coverage about his health status.

Who is affected

What action is being taken

Reverend Jackson is receiving treatment at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for progressive supranuclear palsy
Physicians are managing his neurological condition
Reverend Jackson is calling for 2,000 churches to prepare 2,000 food baskets to prevent malnutrition during the holiday season
Yusef D. Jackson is leading the Rainbow PUSH Coalition's ongoing mission

Why it matters

This matters because it corrects false information about a prominent civil rights leader's health condition that could cause unnecessary public alarm and confusion. Reverend Jackson's continued engagement in social justice work, even while managing a serious neurological disorder, demonstrates his ongoing commitment to addressing food insecurity and community needs. The clarification also helps maintain public trust and ensures supporters have accurate information about his medical status.

What's next

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