Florida Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Seeks Reelection After Resigning Amid Scandals

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has filed for reelection following her resignation from the US House of Representatives amid federal criminal charges.Prosecutors allege she misappropriated $5M in COVID-19 relief funds to finance her campaign and purchase luxury jewelry.The former representative faces a trial next February and potential prison time while competing against five other candidates in the upcoming Democratic primary.
Published:7h |Updated:5h
Tags
Read more
Discuss