Florida Grand Jury Exposes Fund Misuse | Charlotte News

Charlotte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 2m

A Florida grand jury uncovered a major scandal: $10 million in taxpayer funds meant for children’s healthcare were secretly funneled through a charity tied to Governor Ron DeSantis’ wife to political groups opposing a legal marijuana ballot measure. Though the jury found the money was “misappropriated,” it lacked evidence to charge anyone. The charity, Hope Florida, was supposed to help families access aid—but instead, funds were redirected for political gain. Key figures, including the former chief of staff and the then-Attorney General, are now running for reelection and deny wrongdoing…