George Santos Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges, Faces 6-8 Years

Aug 19, 2024, 08:06 PM

Former U.S. Representative George Santos, who was expelled from Congress, has pleaded guilty to federal charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in Central Islip, NY. The charges stem from fraudulent activities during his 2022 House campaign, including misusing campaign funds for personal expenses. Santos had previously pleaded not guilty to a range of alleged financial crimes, but his plea deal allows him to avoid a trial that was set to begin soon. The sentencing is scheduled for February 7, with a potential sentence of 6-8 years in prison, including a two-year mandatory minimum. Santos admitted to using credit cards of at least one other person for personal benefit and making false statements to the Federal Election Commission.