Expelled Congressman George Santos Faces Legal Challenges, Vows Revenge

The GOP's slim majority is further threatened as Santos plans to file ethics complaints against former colleagues while facing his own federal fraud charges.

• The House of Representatives expelled George Santos (R-N.Y.), reducing the GOP's slim majority and potentially complicating upcoming legislative decisions.
• Santos has vowed to file ethics complaints against four of his former colleagues, three Republicans and one Democrat, who voted against him.
• Santos faces 23 federal fraud charges, including identity theft and wire fraud, and is scheduled to stand trial in September 2024.
• Despite his expulsion, Santos has suggested that his future might include a memoir or a reality television show.
• The special election to fill Santos's seat is expected to take place in late February or early March.

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