Rep. Rush's son fired in prison sex scandal
A son of U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) has been fired from his job with the Illinois prison system for allegedly having sex with female inmates, the Sun-Times has learned.
Jeffrey M. Rush, 41, could face criminal charges for his actions, sources familiar with his dismissal said. The state Corrections Department recently sent findings of an internal investigation about Jeffrey Rush to prosecutors in two counties where the sex acts allegedly took place. Charges have not been filed.
And how did he get his job?
Gov. Blagojevich's administration hired Jeffrey Rush in May 2003. An administration list obtained by the Sun-Times indicates that Rep. Rush, who represents the South Side and southwest suburbs, helped Jeffrey Rush get hired.
How long have they known there were problems?
It was unclear, however, exactly when the allegations against Jeffrey Rush became known to Blagojevich. A legislative source, speaking on condition of anonymity, told the Sun-Times that the governor's office was aware since at least last year of the "problems" Jeffrey Rush faced.
Think there will be charges filed?
Blagojevich has a close political bond to Jeffrey Rush's father, who had "asked the administration to be patient" with Jeffrey Rush, the legislative source said.
Congratulations Representative Rush. You raised your son well.
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