Recent claims that Casey DeSantis-backed program improperly directed a $10 million donation grabbed headlines last week. What is Hope Florida?

Scrutiny of a welfare program that is the signature initiative of Florida first lady Casey DeSantis is threatening to undermine a potential run to succeed her husband as governor, as well as his own presidential ambitions.

Florida first lady Casey DeSantis finds herself in the spotlight amid growing controversy surrounding allegations involving an organization linked to her. The controversy, which stems from a payment made to an organization tied to her signature welfare assistance program,