The first-term congressman of New York accepted responsibility for his actions and agreed to pay a settlement in exchange for the charges to be dropped.
Tag: House of Representatives
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House Approves Stringent G.O.P. Border Bill, Attacking Biden on Immigration
The legislation, which seeks to revive, codify and stiffen a series of border policies pursued by the Trump administration, was timed to be considered on the eve of an expected border surge.
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A ‘Rude and Inaccurate’ Trump at the CNN Town Hall
Readers discuss whether the network should have provided the forum to the ex-president. Also: George Santos; “Anxious Nation”; informal connections.
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What Comes Next for George Santos?
The fraud and money laundering charges unsealed on Wednesday do not immediately restrict Mr. Santos from serving in Congress, but the consequences in the months ahead could be severe.
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George Santos: An Accused Con Man Who Happened to Trade in Politics
In federal prosecutors’ eyes, Mr. Santos is a grifter with a taste for fame and designer goods, willing to lie and defraud donors to get ahead.