NewsCreative Loafing Tampa Bay — NewsAugust 28, 2026Hillsborough
Grand jury report alleges $10 million in Medicaid funds misappropriated for political activities
A statewide grand jury report alleges that $10 million in Medicaid funds were misappropriated for political activities, prompting calls for resignations from Democratic leaders. Governor Ron DeSantis has characterized the investigation as an attempt to discredit his wife, while the report resulted in no criminal charges.
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The report raises questions about the oversight of $10 million in state funding and the potential use of public health dollars for political purposes.
Key Facts
- A statewide grand jury report found that $10 million in Medicaid funds were misappropriated.
- The report alleges the funds were used for political activities.
- The grand jury investigation resulted in no criminal charges being filed.
- Democratic leaders have called for resignations following the report's release.
- Governor Ron DeSantis claims the investigation was designed to smear his wife.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida”personAngie Nixon“Democratic U.S. senatorial candidate”personNikki Fried“Florida Democratic Party Chair”organizationCBS Miami“Media outlet that obtained and published the report”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“Publisher of the news article”personCasey DeSantis“First Lady of Florida and founder of Hope Florida”personJose Javier Rodriguez“Democratic candidate for Attorney General”personAlex Andrade“Republican State Representative”personJames Uthmeier“Attorney General and former chief of staff to Gov. DeSantis”personJason Weida“Chief of Staff to Gov. DeSantis”personAshley Moody“U.S. Senator and former Florida Attorney General”organizationCentene Corp.“Managed care company that paid the settlement”