George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
George Santos Under Scrutiny
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The vote count on the expulsion resolution for George Santos was 311 to 114, with 105 Republicans joining 206 Democrats in voting to oust him.
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George Santos charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and more
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Santos denies new federal charges, including credit card fraud, identity theft
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George Santos' ex-campaign treasurer Nancy Marks pleads guilty
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Santos-linked fundraiser indicted after allegedly impersonating top House aide
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House GOP blocks Democratic effort to expel George Santos from Congress
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George Santos charged with fraud, money laundering and more crimes
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George Santos charged by federal prosecutors
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