Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns

Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted last year on charges of stealing and laundering $5 million in federal disaster relief funds to finance her political campaign.

In a defiant statement, she labeled the ethics process a 'witch hunt' and claimed she was being denied due process by the committee.

Her departure marks the third House resignation this month, highlighting a period of historic ethical turmoil within the chamber.

The vacancy in Florida's 20th District will trigger a special election as Democrats seek to maintain their representation in the state.