Ex-Florida House Candidate Will Challenge Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in 2026
Broward County Activist Elijah Manley Announces Run Against Embattled Representative
Broward County activist and former Florida House candidate Elijah Manley has announced that he will challenge U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick for her District 20 seat next year. This decision comes as a result of a U.S. House Ethics Committee report that found Cherfilus-McCormick may have violated U.S. House rules with her campaign finance activities. Additionally, newly surfaced records have revealed that she used the roughly $6 million in accidental overpayments from the state to her former healthcare company to run for Congress in 2022.
Manley’s Decision to Run
Manley, who previously ran for the Florida House in 2022, stated that he will “definitely” run against Cherfilus-McCormick in the 2026 Democratic primary election. According to Manley, his decision is driven by his commitment to holding elected officials accountable and ensuring that they serve the best interests of the people, not their own.
Challenges Facing Cherfilus-McCormick
The U.S. House Ethics Committee report highlighted several instances where Cherfilus-McCormick may have violated House rules, including failing to properly report campaign contributions and using campaign funds for personal expenses. The newly surfaced records show that she used the $6 million in accidental overpayments from the state to her former healthcare company to fund her 2022 congressional campaign. These allegations have raised serious concerns about Cherfilus-McCormick’s integrity and her ability to effectively represent the people of Florida’s 20th District.
What’s Next?
As Manley prepares to take on Cherfilus-McCormick in the 2026 primary, it is clear that he will face an uphill battle. However, Manley’s decision to run has sent a strong message to Cherfilus-McCormick and the people of Florida’s 20th District that accountability and transparency are essential in elected leadership. The 2026 election will be closely watched, and many are eager to see how this story unfolds.
FAQs
* Who is Elijah Manley? Broward County activist and former Florida House candidate
* What is the reason for Manley’s decision to run? Manley’s decision is driven by his commitment to holding elected officials accountable and ensuring they serve the best interests of the people, not their own.
* What are the allegations against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick? The U.S. House Ethics Committee report found that Cherfilus-McCormick may have violated U.S. House rules with her campaign finance activities, and newly surfaced records show that she used $6 million in accidental overpayments from the state to her former healthcare company to fund her 2022 congressional campaign.
