Grand jury: $10 million in taxpayer funds diverted for political use

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Which outlets covered Grand jury: $10 million in taxpayer funds diverted for political use?

124 that we know of, every one of them listed further up this page with a link to its own report and to what we hold on the publisher. Nothing here is a summary of somebody else's summary: the outlets are named so the original reporting can be read.

What did the grand jury find regarding the $10 million?

A state grand jury found that the DeSantis administration "misappropriated" $10 million in taxpayer funds. This money, intended for health insurance for poor children, was diverted to the Hope Florida Foundation and then used for political activities, including defeating a 2024 marijuana legalization initiative.

Were any criminal charges filed?

No, the grand jury found insufficient evidence to charge anyone criminally. The report cited a lack of memory among individuals regarding who made the decision to divert the funds, which the jury noted would be an impediment to criminal prosecution.

Who was identified as being involved in directing the money?

The grand jury identified current Attorney General James Uthmeier as having involvement in directing the money after it went to the Hope Florida Foundation. It also concluded that Ashley Moody, then attorney general, was aware of the plans and authorized her chief deputy to sign the settlement agreement.

What was the money used for?

The $10 million was transferred to political action committees and the Republican Party of Florida. These funds were then used in 2024 to defeat Amendment 3, a citizen initiative to legalize marijuana in Florida.