U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Democrat from Florida, has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly misusing $5 million in FEMA disaster funds to support her campaign. The Department of Justice stated that the congresswoman is accused of making illegal campaign contributions using COVID relief money. Following the indictment, there are calls for censure from House Republicans. If convicted, she could face up to 53 years in prison. Cherfilus-McCormick has announced her intention to step down from her committee leadership position amidst the controversy.