Democratic Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida abruptly resigned from Congress just moments before a crucial House Ethics Committee hearing, amid allegations of misusing $5 million in federal COVID relief funds for her campaign.
Facing over 25 ethics violations, Cherfilus-McCormick's resignation came amidst intense bipartisan pressure and calls for her expulsion from her peers.
She labeled the inquiry a "witch hunt," claiming the investigation was politically motivated, even as evidence of misconduct mounted against her.
Her resignation is part of a broader wave of ethics scandals engulfing Congress, with several other lawmakers also recently stepping down amid serious allegations.
The fallout from her departure sparked discussions about the need for reform within the House Ethics Committee and accountability measures for lawmakers.
Despite her resignation, Cherfilus-McCormick maintained her innocence, insisting that she had not committed any wrongdoing related to the charges against her.
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