Jackson Mayor Faces Federal Corruption Charges Amid Bribery Scandal

A federal bribery investigation in Jackson, Mississippi, has led to the indictment of several city officials, including the mayor and a district attorney, for allegedly accepting bribes from undercover FBI agents posing as developers. The scheme involved promises of cash and perks in exchange for support on a fake hotel project. The investigation revealed a network of corruption, with officials allegedly receiving over $100,000 in bribes. The scandal adds to the city's recent challenges, including a water crisis and garbage collection issues.