Politics & Government

Should Jack Johnson Receive His Pension?

Former Prince George's County executive still receives a $50,000 annual pension while in prison.

Two weeks after former Prince George’s County Executive Jack Johnson , he continues to draw a paycheck for work he did while in office.

A Prince George’s County spokesperson confirmed that Johnson, who last year pleaded guilty to  charges, is receiving $50,000 annually from a pension fund.

Due to a loophole in state law, Johnson is set to receive the pension for life, according to reports.

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