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George Santos to Plead Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges

The former congressman faces multiple counts of fraud, identity theft, and money laundering, ending a nearly two-year legal saga.

  • Santos is expected to plead guilty to several charges in a federal court on Long Island.
  • He was indicted on 23 counts including wire fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds.
  • Santos' legal troubles began shortly after his election in 2022, following revelations about his fabricated resume.
  • The House Ethics Committee found substantial evidence of his crimes, leading to his expulsion from Congress.
  • Santos' plea deal could potentially reduce his prison sentence, which could have been up to 22 years if convicted on all counts.
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