Florida House Democrats Demand Impeachment of Attorney General Uthmeier Over Alleged Misappropriation of Funds
Florida House Democrats are demanding the impeachment of Attorney General James Uthmeier. This call follows a leaked grand jury report that alleged $10 million from a Medicaid settlement was "misappropriated" and channeled into political committees controlled by Uthmeier, who was…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, September 2, 2026 —
Florida House Democrats have called for the impeachment of Attorney General James Uthmeier, citing allegations from a leaked grand jury report.
The report details claims that approximately $10 million, originating from a Medicaid settlement, was allegedly “misappropriated.” According to the report, these funds were subsequently channeled into political committees that were controlled by Uthmeier during his tenure as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ chief of staff.
Further details from the leaked report suggest that the funds were reportedly utilized to counter ballot measures that had the support of Gov. DeSantis.
House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell, who represents Tampa, publicly announced the demand for impeachment. Driskell indicated that the House Democrats are seeking to convene a special legislative session specifically for the purpose of considering the impeachment of Attorney General Uthmeier.
The specific source or further details of the grand jury report beyond the allegations of misappropriation and its alleged use were not provided in the summary. The name of the Medicaid settlement or the specific ballot measures were also not detailed. The contractor’s name, if any were involved in the alleged channeling of funds, was not provided. The outcome of any formal investigation stemming from the grand jury report was not stated.
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