Lawmakers file to expel Rep. George Santos from Congress
Rep. Ritchie Torres was among the lawmakers who have filed for Rep. George Santos to expelled from Congress, citing his lies.
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Rep. Ritchie Torres was among the lawmakers who have filed for Rep. George Santos to expelled from Congress, citing his lies.
"We gave him plenty of time to resign, and he has chosen not to do so," Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia of California said.
The embattled freshman lawmaker's work for a company that allegedly orchestrated a Ponzi scheme attracted scrutiny from federal regulators.
Prior to President Joe Biden's speech, Romney says he told Santos he didn't belong there.
Rep. George Santos is firing back at Sen. Mitt Romney after their tense exchange at Tuesday's State of the Union.
Romney said he told Santos that he didn't belong in Congress.
Two members of the Republican party are at odds after tense moments at the State of the Union on Tuesday. CBS2's Tim McNicholas reports on an exchange between Rep. George Santos and Sen. Mitt Romney.
Sen. Mitt Romney says he told Rep. George Santos, "You don't belong here," in an exchange in the House chamber.
Constituents of the 3rd Congressional District went to Washington on Tuesday, calling for George Santos to go. They hand-delivered petitions to the House offices, including the Speaker's, who Tuesday confirmed House ethics complaints have been received. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The group will deliver a petition asking for the congressman to be removed from office.
Derek Myers said the congressman put his hand on his groin at one point, then invited him to his house.
Derek Myers says he was working as a volunteer in Santos' office, waiting on paperwork to finalize a job offer. But he claims that after he rejected advances from Santos, the offer was rescinded. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Derek Myers, a prospective staffer, made the allegations, CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
The accuser, Derek Myers, told CBS News, "This is not about attention; it's about holding the actions accountable."
At least 16 unpaid tickets, totaling more than $3,400, are tied to a car associated with Santos, records show.
There are now calls for federal oversight into Rep. George Santos' spending.
Nassau County Legislator Josh Lafazan joined residents outside Santos' district office in Douglaston, Queens.
Congressman George Santos' fellow lawmakers and constituents are now calling for federal oversight into his spending.
Embattled Congressman George Santos is now at the center of an FBI investigation. They're looking into whether he scammed a New Jersey veteran out of money meant for the man's dying dog. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
They want to tell him face-to-face why he must resign immediately and challenge those in charge.
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
Residents who live in George Santos' congressional district say they've had enough. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan met constituents from Long Island and Queens, who say they deserve representation in Washington.
Under pressure from colleagues and constituents, Rep. George Santos steps away from two House committees. Santos says it's only temporary while he's investigated for campaign finance violations. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Embattled Congressman George Santos sat down in a new interview Tuesday night after he stepped back from his House committee assignments. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Congressman George Santos will no longer serve on House committees, for now. CBS2's Lisa Rozner has more on what's behind the lawmaker's reversal.
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Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and 50-60 mph wind gusts could cause coastal flooding, downed trees and power outages.
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Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
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Today is a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and 50-60 mph wind gusts could cause coastal flooding, downed trees and power outages.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
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The Justice Department expects to release "several hundred thousand" records from the Epstein files today, a top official said. Follow live updates here.
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Dangerously high winds and coastal flooding could mean power outages and impassable roads on Long Island. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
