NewsCreative Loafing Tampa Bay — NewsAugust 27, 2026Hillsborough
Leaked grand jury report alleges misappropriation of Medicaid funds for political committees
A leaked state grand jury report alleges that the administration of Governor Ron DeSantis misappropriated Medicaid funds in 2024, directing them into political committees. While the report describes the activity as a scheme, the grand jury did not find sufficient probable cause to pursue criminal charges against any individuals.
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The report raises questions regarding the management of state healthcare funds and has prompted calls from Democratic officials for the resignations of Attorney General Ashley Moody and Chief of Staff James Uthmeier.
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personRon DeSantis“Defended the settlement as legally sound and appropriate.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“News outlet reporting the leak”personCasey DeSantis“Helms the initiative associated with the Hope Florida Foundation.”organizationKeep Florida Clean“Received $8.5 million from nonprofits and funneled money to political parties.”personAlex Andrade“Led the 2025 House probe into the matter.”personDavid Jolly“Called for a renewed investigation.”organizationAgency for Health Care Administration“Negotiated the Centene settlement.”organizationHope Florida Foundation“Received $10 million from the Centene settlement.”personJames Uthmeier“Former chief of staff to DeSantis; staffed the Keep Florida Clean PAC.”personAshley Moody“Former Florida Attorney General; authorized the settlement agreement.”organizationCentene Corp.“Paid a $67 million settlement to Florida in 2024.”