Former Congressman George Anthony Devolder Santos received an 87-month prison sentence for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Ordered to pay significant restitution and forfeiture, Santos pleaded guilty in August 2024. The sentence was announced by prominent officials in the Eastern District of New York, emphasizing the importance of accountability in public office. Prosecutors indicated this case serves as a vital message against corruption, reaffirming their commitment to rooting out fraudulent behavior among elected officials. Santos's actions included fraudulent election funding and misuse of COVID benefits.
George Santos was finally held accountable for the mountain of lies, theft and fraud he perpetrated. For his many victims, it is justice.
To Mr. Santos and other dishonest individuals of that ilk, who lie, steal identities and commit frauds to get elected to public office, this prosecution speaks to the truth that my office is committed to aggressively rooting out public corruption.
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