Democrat Faces Ouster From Congress Over Federal Charges, Ethics Findings

Prosecutors allege that some of the funds were used for personal expenses, including the purchase of a 3.14-carat yellow diamond ring

In November 2025, federal prosecutors indicted Cherfilus-McCormick on 15 counts tied to allegations that she misused $5 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency funds to support her congressional campaign, The Post noted.

If convicted on all counts, the 47-year-old could face up to 53 years in prison.

During Thursday’s hearing Barzee raised concerns that any findings by the Ethics Committee could