Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns

The resignation of Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick marks the third departure of a House member this month amid escalating ethics scandals.

The Florida lawmaker had been under investigation for more than 20 violations, including bank fraud and the laundering of FEMA relief money.

Her exit staved off a high-stakes expulsion vote but leaves her facing a federal trial without the protections of office.

Some fellow Democrats have expressed frustration over the process, citing a lack of due priority in recent disciplinary actions.