Trump commutes George Santos' prison sentence
In a post on Truth Social, the president said the ex-New York congressman has been "horribly mistreated" in prison.
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In a post on Truth Social, the president said the ex-New York congressman has been "horribly mistreated" in prison.
Former U.S. Representative George Santos is set to walk out of federal prison any minute now. President Trump posted on social media that he had commuted the New York congressman's seven-year fraud sentence. Santos had been serving time at a facility in Fairton, Cumberland County, since April. He pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft charges.
George Santos, the disgraced former congressman from New York, surrendered to a federal prison in New Jersey to begin his sentence.
George Santos has been sentenced to 87 months in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges in New York.
Former congressman George Santos, who was expelled from Congress in December and indicted on 23 federal charges, reached a plea agreement with prosecutors.
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
Santos faces a slew of federal charges related to alleged fraud and campaign finance violations, detailed in a pair of federal indictments handed down earlier this year.
Sen. John Fetterman hired ousted Rep. George Santos to make a Cameo video aimed at New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez.
Sen. John Fetterman has been urging New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez — who has been accused by the government of conspiring to act as an agent for Egypt — to resign.
Representatives from the Delaware Valley are speaking out after ousting Republican Rep. George Santos from Congress.
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
New York Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman is co-sponsoring a privileged resolution to remove Santos.
New York Rep. George Santos has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, false statements, falsification of records, and other charges.
Portions of the report, published here for the first time, show questions surfaced long before Rep. George Santos was elected.
House Republicans moved to refer a resolution to expel the indicted Republican to the House Ethics Committee in a 221 to 204 vote.
GOP leaders are debating how to handle the resolution to expel Santos, according to a Republican source. Since it is "privileged," the House has to act within two days.
The embattled congressman turned himself in around 9 a.m. Wednesday at federal court in Central Islip.
Santos is accused of fraud, money laundering, theft of public funds and false statements.
Wednesday morning, Rep. George Santos was arrested and processed at the federal courthouse in Central Islip - including being fingerprinted and having a mug shot taken.
Sources tell CBS News Santos is expected in court Wednesday.
The future congressman was questioned after his address was found in a car tied to the suspect in an ATM skimming case.
U.S. Rep. George Santos was charged with criminal theft in Pennsylvania in 2017 in connection with bad checks apparently used to buy puppies from dog breeders.
"I never claimed to be Jewish," Santos told the New York Post. "I am Catholic. Because I learned my maternal family had a Jewish background I said I was 'Jew-ish.'"
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps and tons of sunshine, but storm chances return this week.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill closes early Saturday afternoon as severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps and tons of sunshine, but storm chances return this week.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill closes early Saturday afternoon as severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill closes early Saturday afternoon as severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Fresh off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lincoln Financial Field is part of another milestone: two Guinness World Records.
A man was pulled from a manhole in Northeast Philadelphia after getting trapped inside Wednesday afternoon.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Somerdale Cold Cuts is temporarily closed after alleged thieves stole copper wires and pipes that supply cold air for the walk-in refrigerator.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Defenseman Jamie Drysdale's extension is the fourth contract extension Flyers GM Danny Briere has handed out since July 1.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice, Brett Baty also went deep and the New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in the first major league game following the All-Star break.
More than 400,000 fans experienced the FIFA World Cup in person at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, but for some, the prices made it impossible to attend.
LeBron James, the NBA's career scoring king and current free agent, remains undecided about where he'll play this season.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps, tons of sunshine. A great day to get outside and enjoy. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
The Chester County home of Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say. Eva Andersen reports.
Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Rodney McLeod runs in Diplo 5k Saturday morning.
Haddonfield, New Jersey residents were shaken after lightning struck nearby. Ray Strickland reports.
Haddonfield, New Jersey residents were shaken after lightning struck nearby. Ray Strickland reports.