Posted 12/1/2023, 11:00:00 AM
House Moves to Expel NY Republican George Santos Amid Ethics Scandal and Federal Probe
- House expected to expel Rep. George Santos on Friday over ethics violations and federal indictment
- Santos accused of lying about background, misusing campaign funds, and committing wire fraud and money laundering
- Would be 6th House member ever expelled and 1st Republican without a conviction
- Santos argues expulsion would violate due process rights and set bad precedent
- Seat would prompt a competitive special election under New York law if vacated