Posted 9/13/2023, 2:49:00 PM

Santos Gives Combative Interview on CNN, Denies Plea Deal and Calls Out 'Hack Network'

Representative George Santos gave a combative interview on CNN, his first major TV appearance since taking office.
He denied negotiating a plea deal with prosecutors over federal charges and called CNN a "hack network."
Santos criticized anchor Erin Burnett and accused media of unfairly targeting him over his lies.
He supported a transparent impeachment inquiry into Biden but said he hasn't seen evidence worthy of it.
Santos got irritated when asked about a criminal case in Brazil, saying the anchor wasn't prepared.

nytimes.com

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