Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has announced her resignation from Congress following an ethics probe and ongoing criminal case linked to the alleged misuse of federal disaster relief funds.
Cherfilus-McCormick, a third-term lawmaker, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges tied to a scheme involving millions in improperly used government funds.
According to the US Department of Justice, Cherfilus-McCormick has been indicted on charges including fraud and money laundering.
Prosecutors allege she was involved in diverting up to $5 million in federal funds for personal use and political gain.
The funds in question were tied to a Covid-19 vaccination staffing contract awarded to her family’s healthcare company.
A separate investigation by the US House Ethics Committee found that Cherfilus-McCormick violated 25 ethics rules after a two-year inquiry.
Her resignation will be leaving her seat vacant until voters elect a replacement.
