During a congressional hearing, former NFL quarterback Brett Favre disclosed that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a condition affecting motor control and movement.

Favre's revelation came as he testified before the House Ways and Means Committee, which is investigating the misuse of welfare funds in Mississippi intended for needy families.

In previous statements, Favre has mentioned suffering from memory loss and suggested he may have experienced thousands of concussions during his NFL career.

Although Favre has faced civil lawsuits related to the welfare scandal, he has not been criminally charged and maintains that he did not knowingly engage in wrongdoing.

Favre acknowledged that his reputation has suffered due to the allegations surrounding the welfare scandal, describing the situation as a significant personal and public challenge.

Favre is a Pro Football Hall of Famer known for his impressive career with the Green Bay Packers, where he won three MVP awards and led the team to a Super Bowl victory in 1997.

The hearing focused on allegations that Favre misused taxpayer money, including $8 million allocated for a volleyball facility at the University of Southern Mississippi

Favre expressed regret over losing money in an investment aimed at developing a groundbreaking concussion treatment, stating that this cause is personally significant to him.

Following his diagnosis, Favre expressed gratitude for the support from his family and friends, emphasizing the emotional toll of both his health issues and the ongoing legal