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Sheila Cherfilus McCormick's fellow Democrats demand her resignation or expulsion

"She has to consider her constituents and the House Democratic caucus," said one lawmaker.

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House ethics panel alleges congresswoman committed 25 fraud violations

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The Independent UK

Fiery Ethics Committee hearing ends in guilty ruling for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

The panel will now recommend punitive action, which could include censure or expulsion.

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Congresswoman committed 25 fraud violations, according to House ethics panel

The allegations primarily revolve around the congresswoman's receipt of millions of dollars from her family's health care business

The Independent UK

Photos of the week | March 23-27, 2026

From a new senator to blooming cherry blossoms, there was a lot happening on and around Capitol Hill this week ahead of the long spring recess. Here are some of the top images of the past week from Roll Call’s photojournalists.

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Cherfilus-McCormick violated ethics rules, subcommittee finds

Members of a House Ethics subcommittee ruled against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., after a marathon hearing Thursday that stretched into the night, finding that she violated ethics rules. It was a rare moment for the typically secretive Ethics panel, as a public “trial” unfolded for the first time since 2010. …

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Florida congresswoman faces a rare public hearing on ethics charges. Threat of expulsion vote looms

The House Ethics Committee is holding a rare public hearing into alleged ethics violations by Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

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‘$100,000 diamond ring’: House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick accused of misusing COVID funds for personal expenses

US Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces intense scrutiny over allegations of misusing COVID-19 relief funds. Prosecutors claim millions intended for pandemic aid were diverted for her campaign and personal use, including a $100,000 diamond ring. The Democrat denies wrongdoing, but the case has sparked calls for disciplinary action, potentially including expulsion…

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"No one's comfortable": Jeffries faces threat of revolt on ousting one of his members

"There will be a lot of pressure on us to actually do something," one House Democrat predicted.

Axios

"Nobody's comfortable": Democrats face impending dam break on Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

"I won't hesitate to call for resignation," one House Democrat told Axios.

Axios

Week ahead: Senate SAVE and shutdown ‘show’ continues

Lawmakers face a final sprint this week before a mini spring break recess — that is, if leadership lets them leave. With new urgency to fund the Department of Homeland Security, the focus will be on off-the-floor negotiations to end the partial government shutdown. And President Donald Trump is further…

Roll Call

House Ethics eyes "extremely rare" televised trial for Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

"She's in trouble," said one House Democrat. "Read that report. It's crazy."

Axios

Republican to force vote on expelling Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress

A House Ethics subcommittee report accused Cherfilus McCormick of criminal and House rule violations.

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"It's going to fail": Jeffries vows to block Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's expulsion

"Any effort to expel her lacks any basis, at this moment, in law, fact or the Constitution."

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The Independent UK

Another hearing delay for a Florida congresswoman accused of stealing COVID-19 funds

A federal judge in Miami has rescheduled a hearing for a Florida congresswoman charged with conspiring to steal $5 million in federal COVID-19 disaster funds

Latin Times

Florida Rep. Reasserts Innocence in Million-Dollar COVID-19 Fraud Case: 'I'm Committed to the People of Florida'

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick reiterated her innocence as she faces charges related to the alleged theft of $5 million in federal COVID-19 disaster funds.

Axios

Censures, indictments and a fire: The House returned after weeks and everything blew up

"The fire in the subway was a fitting end," said one lawmaker. "Embarrassing. Absolutely embarrassing."

Roll Call

Members search for end to House censure battle - Roll Call

After a week of censure threats, many are grumbling about wasted time and an endless cycle of revenge. But that cycle could be hard to break.

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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick indictment details allegations - Roll Call

The case against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick apparently started with a clerical error, according to an indictment available Thursday.

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Republican to force vote on expelling Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress after indictment

"Cherfilus-McCormick needs to be swiftly removed before she can inflict any more harm," said Rep. Greg Steube.

The Independent UK

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick denies ‘baseless’ indictment accusing her of stealing FEMA funds

Prosecutors allege the funds were distributed to various accounts, including to friends and relatives

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Cherfilus-McCormick faces expulsion threat over indictment - Roll Call

The House has spent much of the week on a punishment spree, as other members trade censure threats. But expulsion is rarer.

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White House walks back Trump’s suggestion of executing Democrats, stands by ‘piggy’ insult to reporter– as it happened

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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Faces £4m FEMA Theft Case as District Braces for Fallout

Florida congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is indicted over £4m in alleged FEMA fund theft, raising questions about federal relief oversight and her political future.

The Independent UK

Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick indicted for stealing $5M in FEMA funds

It is further alleged that part of the money was funneled into her campaign via candidate contributions

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