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Congress holds North Miami Beach mayor in contempt over ethics investigation: House Ethics Committee cited North Miami Beach Mayor Michael Joseph for refusing ...
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Lawmakers voted to hold two associates of former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in contempt of Congress, accusing them of failing to comply with multiple ... Show more
House finds Cherfilus-McCormick associates in contempt
House finds Cherfilus-McCormick associates in contempt
Wasserman Schultz has financial lead, with $2.8M, as Cherfilus-McCormick runs low on campaign cash
sun-sentinel.com/2026/07/22/wasserman-schultz-has-commanding-financial-lead-in-district-20/
Congress targets North Miami Beach mayor over Cherfilus-McCormick investigation: The House Ethics Committee recommends referring contempt charges against North ...
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In first face-to-face forum, opponents slam Wasserman Schultz for seeking reelection in Broward 20th District
sun-sentinel.com/2026/06/18/in-first-face-to-face-forum-opponents-slam-wasserman-schultz-for-seeking-reelection-in-broward-20th-district/
Broward voters will see a bruising primary as Luther Campbell, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Dale Holness and Elijah Manley compete with U.S. Rep ... Show more
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Broward voters will see a bruising primary as Luther Campbell, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Dale Holness and Elijah Manley compete with U.S. Rep ... Show more
Four candidates qualify against Wasserman Schultz in primary
Four candidates qualify against Wasserman Schultz in primary
Less than a month after she resigned from Congress, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick says she’s running to return — and isn’t deterred by the possibility that U.S ... Show more
Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned from Congress under cloud, says she’s running to regain seat
Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned from Congress under cloud, says she’s running to regain seat
She’s running again? Surely you jest | Letters to the editor: A letter writer is incredulous that former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick ...
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Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns Ahead of Potential Ethics Sanctions
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Key FactsCongresswoman Resigns Amid Ethics Violations Probe
Apr 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
- Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress just before the House Ethics Committee's disciplinary hearing.
- The committee found her guilty of 25 ethics violations connected to campaign finance allegations.
- Accusations involve misappropriating $5 million in COVID-19 relief funds for campaign and personal use.
- Following her resignation, the Ethics Committee announced it no longer had jurisdiction to pursue sanctions.
"I simply cannot stand by and allow my due process rights to be trampled on, and my good name to be tarnished," she wrote.— Cherfilus-McCormick, in a resignation statement asserting an unfair process and that her due process rights were being trampled.
Democrat Who Resigned From Congress Insists She’s ‘Strongest Candidate in the Race’ Despite Le ...
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Indicted Democrat Who Just Quit Congress Is Running for Re-election: Former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) just resigned a few days ago just ahead of an ...
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Florida Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick resigned from Congress minutes before the House Ethics Committee was set to consider recommending her ... Show more
Das US-Justizministerium bringt das Erschießungskommando zurück
Das US-Justizministerium bringt das Erschießungskommando zurück
In the wake of Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s resignation from Congress, Cory Mills should be the next to go.
Read the full article: Editorial: If Mills won’t ... Show more
Editorial: If Mills won’t resign, expel him
Editorial: If Mills won’t resign, expel him
Before Cherfilus-McCormick resigned, candidates were raising money to replace her. Who’s ahead?
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A congresswoman accused of stealing millions of dollars in federal funds abruptly resigned on April 21 amid mounting bipartisan scrutiny ... Show more
Florida Democrat mired in scandal resigns from Congress under bipartisan scrutiny
Florida Democrat mired in scandal resigns from Congress under bipartisan scrutiny
Some Democrats regret voting to expel George Santos: "I think we have gone a little too far," one House Democrat told Axios.
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GOP Lawmaker Demands Colleagues Resign Over Scandals: Mike Lawler has called for Eric Swalwell, Tony Gonzales and Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick to resign as ethics ...
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Speaker Johnson: Cherfilus-McCormick ‘should be expelled’: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said he thinks the House will agree that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick ...
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House panel finds Florida Democrat guilty of ethics violations: The House Ethics Committee has found evidence that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick violated House ...
npr.org/2026/03/27/g-s1-115336/house-panel-finds-florida-democrat-guilty-of-ethics-violations
Republican Rep. Gonzales and Democratic Rep. Swalwell Announce Plans to Leave Congress
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Key FactsTony Gonzales Resigns Amid Ethics Investigation
Apr 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Texas Republican Tony Gonzales announced his intention to resign from Congress amid an ethics inquiry.
- His departure comes just before a critical vote that could have expelled him from the House.
- Gonzales faced scrutiny for a relationship with a former aide and inappropriate text messages.
- The resignations of Gonzales and Swalwell represent a significant development in ongoing misconduct controversies.
There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas.— Tony Gonzales, on X announcing his retirement
Defense lawyers and the prosecution jointly asked a federal judge to delay the fraud trial of U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick until February 2027 ... Show more
Defense, feds jointly ask judge to move South Florida congresswoman’s criminal trial to February 2027
Defense, feds jointly ask judge to move South Florida congresswoman’s criminal trial to February 2027
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales have resigned following major personal misconduct scandals. Meanwhile ... Show more
Swalwell, Gonzales exits shift spotlight to other embattled lawmakers: The dual announcements from Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) on ...
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World: Two congressmen resign as US House braces for rare expulsions: Lawmakers are still zeroing in on separate controversies involving two Florida lawmakers ...
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Congress reaches the breaking point on its ethics crisis: More than 20 House members have called for at least one of their colleagues to resign or be expelled.
axios.com/2026/04/13/swalwell-gonzales-cherfilus-mccormick-mills-expel
US House is preparing for potential expulsion of multiple lawmakers over 'despicable' allegations
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House Ethics Committee sets hearing in Cherfilus-McCormick case. She could be expelled.
orlandosentinel.com/2026/04/10/house-ethics-committee-sets-hearing-in-cherfilus-mccormick-case-she-could-be-expelled/
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) on Monday said Reps. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) “need to go” after both lawmakers were ... Show more
Whether by her own resignation or a two-thirds vote of the House on expulsion, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick needs to go.
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Congresswoman should resign or be expelled | Editorial – Sun Sentinel
Congresswoman should resign or be expelled | Editorial – Sun Sentinel
Florida Democrats unsure of Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s future. “I think it’s important for Sheila to step back and really rethink her ... Show more
Democratic governor candidate joins calls for Cherfilus-McCormick to resign from Congress
Democratic governor candidate joins calls for Cherfilus-McCormick to resign from Congress
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Florida) violated ethics rules, a House committee panel said, citing an investigation into whether she used covid money to ... Show more
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Victorious Florida Democrats face a major headache: Republicans are already attacking Democrats ahead of Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's Ethics ...
newsweek.com/victorious-florida-democrats-face-a-major-headache-11736019
House Democrat violated ethics rules, panel finds, putting her seat in jeopardy: The Ethics Committee panel cited a years-long inquiry into whether Sheila ...
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During a nearly seven-hour ethics hearing, lawmakers on the panel expressed heavy skepticism at the arguments South Florida Rep ... Show more
Cherfilus-McCormick faced rare public hearing on ethics charges
Cherfilus-McCormick faced rare public hearing on ethics charges
House Democrat accused of misspending covid-19 money could be expelled: The family health care company Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick worked for was sent FEMA ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/26/house-ethics-expulsion/
A House ethics subcommittee will go ahead with a planned public hearing into Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s conduct ... Show more
House ethics panel rejects Cherfilus-McCormick request to delay hearing into her conduct
House ethics panel rejects Cherfilus-McCormick request to delay hearing into her conduct
Cherfilus-McCormick's lawyer withdraws ahead of Ethics hearing: Cherfilus-McCormick's congressional trial has been pushed back several weeks as a result.
axios.com/2026/03/03/cherfilus-mccormick-house-ethics-hearing-lawyer
Luther Campbell, the rap music icon, free-speech advocate & civic activist, launches a Democratic primary challenge to U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick ... Show more
Fixture amendment confirmed for Blackpool's trip to Cardiff City
Fixture amendment confirmed for Blackpool's trip to Cardiff City
South Florida doctor/attorney joins race for Cherfilus-McCormick’s House seat: Dr. Rudolph Moise, an osteopathic physician and attorney, is another Democrat ...
miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/article314719872.html
Rap icon Luther Campbell challenges Cherfilus-McCormick for Congress: Luther Campbell, the rap music icon, free-speech advocate and civic activist ...
orlandosentinel.com/2026/02/15/rapper-turned-civic-leader-luther-campbell-challenges-cherfilus-mccormick-in-congressional-primary/
Uncle Luke for Congress? Luther Campbell announces candidacy for House seat: “Uncle Luke” resigned as Miami Edison High football coach to run for Sheila ...
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Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick had legal concerns in 2022. Advisors waved them off: Text messages reveal Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick raised legal concerns in 2022 about ...
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Haiti oil money, local mayors surface in new Cherfilus-McCormick allegations: Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces accusations in Washington of a ...
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Campaign fundraising plummets for Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick after indictment
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House Ethics eyes
axios.com/2026/02/04/cherfilus-mccormick-ethics-committee-trial-public
Cherfilus-McCormick enters not guilty plea in absentia, retains new lawyer in theft case
sun-sentinel.com/2026/02/03/cherfilus-mccormick-to-enter-not-guilty-plea-in-absentia-retains-new-lawyer-in-theft-case/
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) will plead not guilty Monday to federal charges of conspiring to steal $5 million in federal disaster funds amid the ... Show more
Florida congresswoman to plead not guilty to charges of stealing $5M
Florida congresswoman to plead not guilty to charges of stealing $5M
Republican to force vote on expelling Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress: A House Ethics subcommittee report accused Cherfilus McCormick of criminal and House ...
axios.com/2026/01/30/sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-expel-congress-vote
House probe finds ‘substantial evidence’ of criminal misconduct, ethics violations by Cherfilus-McCormick
sun-sentinel.com/2026/01/29/house-probe-finds-substantial-evidence-of-criminal-misconduct-ethics-violations-by-cherfilus-mccormick/
The House Ethics Committee found “substantial reason to believe” that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) violated several laws ... Show more
Key House panel finds ‘substantial’ evidence in fraud investigation of Florida Democrat
Key House panel finds ‘substantial’ evidence in fraud investigation of Florida Democrat
Union workers rally at Fort Lauderdale airport to extend protection status for Haitian immigrants
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Judge moves congresswoman’s FEMA theft trial to late April after co-defendants request delay
sun-sentinel.com/2026/01/21/judge-moves-congresswomans-fema-theft-trial-to-late-april-after-co-defendants-request-delay/
Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick’s arraignment again put off as lawyer retention remains an issue
sun-sentinel.com/2026/01/20/congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormick-arraignment-again-put-off-as-lawyer-retention-remains-an-issue/
Cherfilus-McCormick lawsuit against campaign rival dismissed: A lawsuit by U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick against political rival Elijah Manley has been ...
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Democrat ‘disappears’ diamond ring at centre of fraud scandal: Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces up to 53 years in prison if found guilty of multiple charges ...
telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/12/30/democrat-diamond-ring-centre-fraud-probe/
Judge sets late January trial date for Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick, co-defendants
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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces 15 fraud and money laundering charges.
🔗 Democrat ‘disappears’ $188,220 diamond ring at centre of fraud scandal
Broward congresswoman maintains innocence in theft case as arraignment delayed: Arraignment for the Broward congresswoman and three co-defendants was delayed as ...
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Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick maintains innocence in FEMA theft case as arraignment postponed
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Indicted Democrat Editing Diamond Ring Out of Photo Raises Eyebrows: Cherfilus-McCormick, 46, was indicted in November for allegedly stealing $5 million in FEMA ...
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Indicted Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick ripped for editing $109K diamond ring out of online post
nypost.com/2025/12/26/us-news/indicted-rep-cherfilus-mccormick-edits-out-diamond-ring-from-online-post/
Maxwell: Indicted, investigated, embarrassing. Two Florida reps show the problem with partisanship
orlandosentinel.com/2025/12/17/cory-mills-sheila-cherflius-mccormick/
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Florida Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick charged with stealing $5 million from FEMA - Salon.com
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Key FactsCongresswoman Faces Charges Over FEMA Fund Misuse
Nov 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Democratic Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida was indicted for stealing $5 million in FEMA funds.
- The funds originated from an alleged overpayment linked to a COVID-19 vaccination contract in 2021.
- She and co-defendants are accused of laundering money through straw donors to conceal its true source.
- If convicted, Cherfilus-McCormick faces up to 53 years in prison and has stepped down from her House committee role.
Using disaster relief funds for self-enrichment is a particularly selfish, cynical crime.— Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement announcing the indictment.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted, Charged With Stealing $5M In Disaster Funds
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Key FactsTrump’s Late-Night Social Media Outburst
Nov 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- President Trump posted a scathing message targeting Jimmy Kimmel late at night on Truth Social.
- Kimmel’s monologue focused on Trump’s wealth, family, loyalty, and ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
- A bill mandating the release of Epstein files passed overwhelmingly and was signed by Trump despite his opposition.
- Trump also attacked Seth Meyers recently, continuing his pattern of feuding with late-night television hosts.
Why does ABC Fake News keep Jimmy Kimmel, a man with NO TALENT and VERY POOR TELEVISION RATINGS, on the air?— Donald Trump directed this statement at Jimmy Kimmel on Truth Social.
Readers split on politician’s plight | Letters to the editor: Sun Sentinel readers disagree strongly on whether U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick should ...
sun-sentinel.com/2025/11/24/readers-split-on-politicians-plight-letters-to-the-editor/
Holness running for Congress. He lost 2021 primary to now-indicted Cherfilus-McCormick by 5 votes.
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Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick defended herself against a federal indictment accusing her of stealing $5 million in disaster funds ... Show more
Florida congresswoman charged with stealing COVID funds: A federal grand jury in Florida has indicted U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick on charges ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/florida-congresswoman-charged-with-stealing-covid-funds-2025-11-20/
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s brother, two other defendants released on bond
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A congresswoman’s career may be crumbling | Editorial: Being indicted for pocketing federal funds meant for COVID relief is a bad look for a member of Congress ...
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US congresswoman charged with stealing $5m in federal disaster funds: Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is accused of laundering some of the Federal Emergency ...
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Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) has filed an expulsion resolution and called on Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) to resign after she was charged by the ... Show more
Following indictment, Florida Dem escapes expulsion vote — at least for a time: Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) has escaped an expulsion vote — for now ...
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Florida congresswoman stole $5M in disaster relief for campaign: feds: Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a South Florida Democrat, took a disaster relief overpayment ...
nydailynews.com/2025/11/20/florida-representative-fraud-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick/
Democratic Florida Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Steps Down From Committee Role
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Paid articlePaywall South Florida Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick indicted by federal grand jury: A Miami federal jury indicted a Broward congresswoman for allegedly diverting a ...
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