Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick posted bond Tuesday after surrendering to federal authorities at the courthouse in downtown Miami. She faces a 15-count indictment accusing her of stealing $5 million in FEMA funds and channeling the money through a family business and her campaign.

The only time the public saw the congresswoman on Tuesday was inside the courtroom, where she appeared in handcuffs. Her husband sat silently in the gallery, appearing distraught. Attorneys for Cherfilus-McCormick denied the allegations outside the courthouse, claiming she is being unfairly targeted.

Indictment details multiple federal charges

According to federal prosecutors, the indictment includes charges of theft of government funds, money laundering, making and receiving straw donor

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