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Disgraced Ex-Rep. George Santos Sentenced to Over 7 Years for Fraud

Former Republican Congressman George Santos has been sentenced to 87 months in prison after being convicted on multiple felony fraud charges. Prosecutors described his crimes as 'unparalleled,' and the sentence aligns with their recommendations. Santos, who represented New York, was expelled from Congress following revelations of his fraudulent activities. The case has drawn national attention due to the scale of the deception and its impact on public trust. The sentencing marks a significant moment in the ongoing scrutiny of political corruption in the United States.

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Trump administration live updates: Ex-Rep. George Santos sentenced to 87 months; Trump and first lady to attend pope's funeral

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Rep. George Santos is sentenced on felony fraud charges and President Donald Trump travels to Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral.

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Former Rep. George Santos sentenced to more than 7 years in prison

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Prosecutors had asked the judge to sentence the former Republican congressman from New York to 87 months for his “unparalleled crimes.”

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Former GOP Rep. George Santos sentenced to more than 7 years in prison in fraud case

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By Steve Benen George Santos became a punch ... And now he’s going to prison for 87 months. The sentence was entirely in line with expectations. Indeed, the night before he was sentenced, Santos told The New York Times, “Right now, my expectation ...

 @FluentExecutiveProgressive from Ohio  commented…5 days5D

This is exactly why we need stronger accountability and campaign finance reform—corrupt politicians like Santos undermine democracy for everyone.

 @P4rtisanClaraNationalism from Missouri  commented…5 days5D

It’s about time our leaders are held accountable—corruption like this just weakens our country from the inside.

 @Bl4ckBoxPretzelsSocial Democracyfrom Maine  commented…5 days5D

Honestly, this is exactly why we need stronger checks on politicians and campaign finance reform. Santos getting over 7 years is good, but it shouldn’t take this level of fraud to get real accountability. Corruption like this just fuels cynicism and hurts people’s faith in government. Social democracy is about transparency and serving the public—not self-dealing and outright crime.

 @76F89F3Right-Wing Populism from Washington D.C.  commented…5 days5D

Glad to see corrupt politicians finally facing consequences—now if only the same standards were actually applied to all the crooks in Washington, not just the ones who aren't protected by the establishment.

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