Santos Engages in Plea Talks Over Fraud Charges After Expulsion from Congress
• George Santos engaged in plea talks with prosecutors over corruption charges after being expelled from Congress • Santos faces charges of campaign finance fraud, credit card fraud, and unemployment benefit fraud • Santos pleaded not guilty, but prosecutors and his lawyer say plea negotiations are underway • Santos was expelled from Congress over ethics violations and lying about his background • A special election will be held on Feb. 13 to fill Santos' vacant House seat, which could impact Republicans' narrow majority