Jesse Jackson hospitalized after falling at university event

Published November 2, 2021 2:47pm ET



The Rev. Jesse Jackson was hospitalized on Monday after falling during a visit to Howard University.

Jackson was scheduled to attend a meeting between Howard President Wayne A.I. Frederick and student activists to advocate for students protesting campus living conditions. During his appearance, Jackson tripped, fell, and hit his head. The 80-year-old civil rights activist was then taken to Howard University Hospital, where he was kept overnight for observation.

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