The indictment also accuses the congresswoman of conspiring with her tax preparer to file a false federal tax return.

The ongoing ethics and criminal investigations continue to overshadow the congresswoman’s already troubled reputation, even prior to this indictment.

If found guilty, she could face a prison sentence of up to 53 years, while her brother could receive up to 35 years, prosecutors said.

The indictment comes as Cherfilus-McCormick, 46, is already under increased scrutiny for her family company’s pandemic-era finances.

In late 2024, Florida’s Division of Emergency Management filed suit against Trinity Healthcare Services — the firm she led before entering Congress — alleging the company overcharged the state by nearly $5.8 million for COVID-19 vaccine registration services and refused to repay the funds.

State officials said the dispute surfaced after a single $5 million overpayment triggered alarms, raising broader questions about