Embattled South Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who has been indicted for stealing $5 million in federal funds and campaign fraud, called the investigation a “sham,” “unjust” and “baseless.”

“I am innocent,” the Democratic lawmaker from Miramar said in a statement issued by her chief of staff on Thursday to local and national media outlets.

“The timing alone is curious and clearly meant to distract from far more pressing national issues,” said Cherfilus-McCormick, who said she has cooperated with federal prosecutors investigating the allegations.

“From day one, I have cooperated with every lawful request, and I will continue to do so until this matter is resolved,” she said.

“Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick is a committed public servant, who is dedicated to her cons

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