Medicaid Funds Allegedly Diverted | Tampa News

Congressman Byron Donalds toured Tampa Electric’s hurricane prep efforts and spoke with linemen — then pivoted to a fiery controversy: a $10 million Medicaid settlement allegedly funneled through Hope Florida, the First Lady’s charity, into GOP coffers and a PAC tied to AG James Uthmeier. The grand jury report claims former AG Ashley Moody greenlit the move via her deputy. Both Moody and Uthmeier deny wrongdoing, while Donalds says no new charges are needed — two investigations already occurred, and lawmakers are pushing reforms. Democratic nominee David Jolly vows to reopen the probe if elected, accusing Moody and Uthmeier of orchestrating promotions from the deal — as the governor’s race tightens. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1a9f5400824b8614