Summary
Rep. Greg Steube announced he will push for a vote to expel Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress after her federal indictment. This action follows a pattern of using expulsions and censures that some view as partisan. Cherfilus-McCormick, who faces charges of misusing FEMA funds, maintains her innocence and refuses to resign.
Key Facts
- Rep. Greg Steube plans to force a vote on expelling Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress.
- Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted for allegedly misusing $5 million in FEMA funds.
- Expulsion from Congress requires a two-thirds majority vote.
- Steube previously considered a censure, which is a less severe penalty than expulsion.
- Cherfilus-McCormick claims the indictment is a "sham" and insists she is innocent.
- She refuses to resign and intends to continue her role in Congress.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated that Cherfilus-McCormick deserves a fair trial.
- Her indictment results in stepping down from her leadership role on a House subcommittee.
