Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns ahead of expected expulsion vote
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Updated · Orlando Sentinel · May 2
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns ahead of expected expulsion vote
5 articles · Updated · Orlando Sentinel · May 2
A House Ethics subcommittee found 25 violations, including allegations the South Florida Democrat stole $5 million in FEMA disaster funds to finance her campaign.
The report says she stepped down on April 21 before the House could vote, ending her tenure amid intensifying scrutiny over ethics and campaign-related misconduct.
The case adds to wider concern about congressional accountability, with another Florida lawmaker, Republican Cory Mills, also under Ethics Committee investigation over alleged sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations.
Can lawmakers facing serious allegations keep their pensions just by resigning?
How can Congress ensure accountability when members can quit to stop investigations?