Judge Rejects George Santos' Motion to Dismiss Fraud Charges

Former congressman faces trial in September on 23 felony counts, including identity theft and wire fraud.

U.S. District Judge Joanna Seybert ruled against dismissing three charges, including aggravated identity theft.
Santos' defense argued the charges were based on overcharging donor credit cards, not identity theft.
Prosecutors allege Santos used donors' credit card information without consent, listing false names.
Santos, expelled from Congress, has pleaded not guilty to all charges and faces up to 22 years in prison.
The trial is set to begin in September, with ongoing plea negotiations reported.