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.