Santos in Plea Deal Talks But Vows to Fight Fraud Charges and Return to Congress
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Santos' lawyers said they are having "productive conversations" with prosecutors about a possible plea deal in his fraud case.
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Santos told a radio show he still wants to return to Congress because he "will continue to expose and root out the rot in our federal government."
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The judge said Santos' September 2024 trial date likely won't be moved up much due to her backed-up schedule.
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Prosecutors asked to move the trial date to as early as June 2024.
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Santos pleaded not guilty to a 23-count fraud indictment and faces over 22 years in prison if convicted.