Ethics panel finds most violations proven against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick

Washington — The House Ethics Committee on Friday said it has found most of the allegations against Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick “had been proven,” but said it would wait to recommend any possible disciplinary action until after Congress’ upcoming April recess.  The Florida Democrat is accused of stealing $5 million in federal pandemic relief funds and using some

House Ethics Panel Finds Florida Democratic Congresswoman Committed 25 Violations

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) condemns hate speech and misinformation about Haitian immigrants, at the Capitol in Washington on Sept. 20, 2024. J. Scott Applewhite, File /AP Photo A bipartisan House Ethics Committee panel found on March 27 that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) committed 25 ethics violations, a ruling that sets the stage for a sanctions

House Democrat: Trump administration not providing ‘satisfactory answers’ on Iran

Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) ripped the Trump administration on Thursday for not providing “satisfactory answers” on its ongoing military operation against Iran, as attacks continue across the region and President Trump claims progress in negotiations. Crow criticized the information presented to lawmakers during a House Armed Services briefing this week as vague, echoing bipartisan frustration…

House Ethics panel finds 25 of 27 counts against Cherfilus-McCormick proven

The House Ethics Committee on Friday announced that its Adjudicatory Subcommittee found that the panel had proven 25 of 27 counts of ethics violations against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.), centering on allegations that she used millions in improperly paid federal disaster funds to finance her campaign. The decision was announced after a rare public hearing