Former Rep. George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, facing a minimum of two years behind bars. His sentencing is scheduled for Friday, where U.S. District Judge Joanna Seybert will determine the exact length based on his level of remorse. Santos tearfully admitted to multiple fraudulent activities, including filing false campaign finance reports and charging donors’ credit cards without permission. Prosecutors requested an 87-month sentence, describing his actions as a “brazen web of deceit” that defrauded donors and misled voters. They also mentioned his recent social media posts as evidence of his lack of remorse. Santos defended himself in a letter to the judge, claiming that while he has accepted responsibility, he still has the right to speak out against the proposed lengthy sentence. Santos was expelled from Congress after only 11 months due to allegations of fraudulent behavior, including embezzling funds and receiving unauthorized unemployment benefits.
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