George Santos Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges

Former Congressman George Santos has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in a federal court in Central Islip, New York. Santos faced a total of 23 charges, including campaign finance fraud, identity theft, and money laundering, but reached a plea deal for two counts. He admitted to using campaign funds for personal expenses and defrauding donors, and his sentencing is scheduled for February 7, 2024. Santos could face up to eight years in prison and must pay at least $373,749 in restitution. His guilty plea follows a series of widely publicized false claims about his background and career, which led to his expulsion from Congress in December 2023. His fall from grace marks a dramatic end to a brief political career marred by scandal and deception.