Schock to resign over abuse of funds scandal
buzzz worthy. . . Illinois Republican Congressman Aaron Sckock is facing the same demons Jesse Jackson, Jr. encountered over a year ago. On Tuesday, March 17 amid accusations of misusing campaign and congressional funds, Schock announced he will be resigning from the House effective March 31. Records reveal Schock billed $170 thousand to a government card that only had a credit limit of $80 thousand. "I do this with a heavy heart," reads the statement to Politico. "Serving the people of the 18th District is the highest and greatest honor I have had in my life. I thank them for their faith in electing me and letting me represent their interests in Washington. I have given them my all over the last six years. I have traveled to all corners of the District to meet with the people I’ve been fortunate to be able to call my friends and neighbors." Schock has faced scrutiny in recent weeks over his alleged abuse of taxpayer funds for lavish trips, events...