DEVELOPING: U.S. Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted in $5M Disaster Fund Scandal

Breaking News: U.S. Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted in $5M Disaster Fund Scandal U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida has been indicted on charges of stealing $5 million in federal disaster funds, according to the Justice Department. The Democrat is accused of misusing Federal Emergency Management Agency overpayments meant for her family's healthcare company, which received funding for a COVID-19 vaccination staffing contract. Cherfilus-McCormick is alleged to have funneled some of the stolen funds to support her 2021 campaign through candidate contributions. Attorney General Pam Bondi called the alleged crime "a particularly selfish, cynical crime" that "no one is above the law." The indictment comes as a significant blow to Cherfilus-McCormick's reputation and potentially her future in politics. The Democrat has been a vocal advocate for various causes, including Haitian immigrant rights. The Justice Department has not yet released further details on the indictment or Cherfilus-McCormick's response to the allegations. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. This is a developing story. Please check back for further updates.