URGENT UPDATE: Rev. Jesse Jackson, the prominent civil rights leader, is currently on a form of life support at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, sources confirm to CBS News. His condition has been described as steadily weakening, prompting family and friends to travel from across the country to be by his side.
Sources indicate that Jackson, aged 84, has been receiving medication for the past few days to stabilize his blood pressure, but his medical team is working to gradually reduce this support. While there have been reports of occasional moments of awareness, the overall prognosis remains concerning.
Jackson was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a debilitating neurodegenerative disease akin to Parkinson’s. He publicly revealed his Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2017 and was admitted to the hospital last week following a decline in his health.
As the situation develops, the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, the organization founded by Jackson, continues his mission, emphasizing the ongoing impact of his work even as he battles this serious illness. This deeply human moment resonates with many, prompting an outpouring of support for the civil rights icon during this critical time.
Stay tuned for further updates on Rev. Jackson’s condition as this story unfolds.
