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Ex-lawmaker George Santos faces 7-year prison sentence for federal fraud, identity theft

April 5, 2025

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos could face more than seven years in prison if New York prosecutors get their way. Santos, 36, who became just the sixth House member to be expelled from the chamber and the first Republican, pleaded guilty to federal fraud and identity theft charges in August as part of a plea deal after having been indicted on felony charges. The former lawmaker stole from political donors,...

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