George Santos Expelled from Congress Following Damning Ethics Report

The former Republican representative for Queens and Long Island faces a 23-count federal indictment and a trial set for September 2024.

George Santos, the former Republican representative for Queens and Long Island, was expelled from Congress by a 311-114 vote, marking the first member in more than 20 years to be ousted.
The expulsion followed a damning report from a House ethics subcommittee that found 'substantial evidence' of misconduct and illegal activity, including misuse of campaign funds for personal use.
Santos is facing a 23-count federal indictment for charges including identity theft, credit card fraud, conspiracy, money laundering, wire fraud, theft of public funds and making false statements.
The former representative's removal further narrows the majority held by House Republicans and triggers a special election to fill the seat, which will be closely watched as a national bellwether of each party's strength.
Santos' trial is scheduled to begin in September 2024, and he has pleaded not guilty to all criminal charges.