Former Republican congressman George Santos has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of fraud, including wire fraud, identity theft, money laundering, and theft of public funds. Santos, known for his outlandish lies and fantasies, misused campaign funds for personal expenses and lied to Congress about his wealth.
He now faces a prison sentence of 6-8 years and must repay over $300,000 to victims. Santos expressed remorse for his actions and accepted responsibility.
His guilty plea allows him to avoid a federal trial that could have resulted in a sentence of up to 22 years. Santos was expelled from Congress in 2023 and will be sentenced on February 7th.
This marks a low point in the political career of Santos, who sought to exploit his House candidacy for personal financial gain.
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