Favre Discloses Parkinson’s at Welfare Fraud Hearing

Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre disclosed his recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease during a congressional hearing on welfare fund misuse, which implicates him in a $77 million scandal in Mississippi. Favre attributed his condition to the numerous concussions he sustained during his NFL career and expressed regret over a lost investment in a concussion drug company. His revelation has drawn mixed reactions; while many in the football community, including former coach Mike McCarthy, offered support, others like Jennifer Sterger criticized him, citing karma for the welfare fund misuse. Favre emphasized the need for better oversight in welfare fund allocation and thanked his supporters. The announcement has also reignited discussions on the safety of collision sports and their long-term health impacts.