George Santos Expelled from House Over Ethics Violations
Former New York Congressman Faces Federal Charges
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George Santos, the former Republican congressman from New York, has been expelled from the House of Representatives after an ethics investigation found he repeatedly lied about his education, work experience, and personal background. The House voted 394-32 to remove Santos from office Friday, making him only the sixth lawmaker ever to be expelled.
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Santos has faced numerous accusations of fraud, including federal charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and lying on federal disclosure forms. Prosecutors allege that he stole money from a disabled veteran's charity and lied about his education, work history, and family heritage.
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Santos initially denied the allegations but pleaded not guilty to the charges Wednesday. He remains out on bail pending trial. The expulsion from Congress marks the latest development in a string of scandals that have plagued Santos' short political career.
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