Democrat Congresswoman Corrine Brown appeared in federal court Friday to face a twenty-two count federal indictment for fraud, conspiracy, mail fraud, wire fraud, making false statements and more (full federal charge doc pdf below).

She immediately claimed her DOJ investigation caused the Orlando terrorist massacre.

“Congresswoman Brown is the subject of an indictment today, but in reality, she has endured a one-sided inquisition in the court of public opinion over one year,” White said. “Perhaps had [the Department of Justice] chosen to devote its resources more thoughtfully, 50 people would be alive today.” (read more)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.— Congresswoman Corrine Brown (D-Fla.) pleaded not guilty to 22 federal charges Friday.

She walked into the courtroom for her first appearance on almost a dozen federal charges and then walked back out again. She arrived at the courthouse a few hours ahead of her appearance.

The fifth district congresswoman was indicted Wednesday and the case details are still emerging. A federal case has also been filed against her chief of staff, Elias Simmons.

Out of a 24 count indictment, Brown is facing 22 counts ranging fraud, conspiracy to commit mail fraud, making false statements, wire fraud, and more. Simmons is facing 19 counts.

Brown pleaded not guilty to all charges. Her trial date has been set for Sept. 6 at 9:30 a.m. Her next status hearing is Aug. 12 at 2:30 p.m. (read much more w/ videos)

Here’s the Indictment:

Story via Jacksonville.Com HERE

Story via First Coast News HERE (<– better coverage)