US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted for Alleged $5 Million Disaster Fund Theft
Florida Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick indicted for allegedly stealing $5M in federal disaster funds, funneling some to her campaign, and conspiring on a fraudulent tax return.
Democrat Indicted Over ‘Stealing’ FEMA Funds
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Florida House Democrat charged with stealing $5 million in FEMA funds
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Overview
- Florida Democratic U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted for allegedly stealing $5 million in federal disaster funds from FEMA, obtained through a COVID-19 vaccination staffing contract.
- The indictment also charges Cherfilus-McCormick and her tax preparer with conspiring to file a fraudulent federal tax return and funneling stolen funds to her campaign.
- As CEO of Trinity Healthcare Services, she allegedly overcharged Florida by nearly $5.8 million for COVID-19 vaccination registration in 2021, leading to the $5 million theft.
- The House Ethics Committee unanimously reauthorized an investigative subcommittee to examine the serious allegations against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick following her indictment.
- If convicted, Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick could face up to 53 years in prison; her attorneys emphasize her dedication to public service.
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Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, focusing on reporting the facts of the indictment and related investigations without editorializing. They attribute all accusations to official sources and provide relevant background information, demonstrating a commitment to objective reporting and avoiding loaded language in their descriptions.
"Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., was indicted Wednesday on charges she stole and laundered $5 million in federal relief funds and used the money for her congressional campaign, the Justice Department said."
NBC News"U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida has been indicted on charges accusing her of stealing $5 million in federal disaster funds and using some of the money to aid her 2021 campaign."
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She has been indicted for allegedly stealing $5 million in federal disaster funds from FEMA, conspiring to file a fraudulent federal tax return, and funneling stolen funds to her campaign.
She allegedly overcharged Florida by nearly $5.8 million through Trinity Healthcare Services for COVID-19 vaccination registration, resulting in the theft of $5 million in FEMA disaster funds.
She could face up to 53 years in prison for the alleged offenses.
The House Ethics Committee unanimously reauthorized an investigative subcommittee to examine the serious allegations against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick following her indictment.
Her attorneys emphasize her dedication to public service amid the allegations.
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