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  • Published: Apr 26 2025 11:56 AM
  • Last Updated: May 16 2025 06:17 PM

Ex-Representative George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud, identity theft, and unemployment scams totaling over $370,000.


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๐Ÿง‘‍โš–๏ธ From Congress to Courtroom: Who is George Santos?

George Santos made history—just not the kind he probably wanted. Once a Republican congressman from New York ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ, Santos quickly became infamous for lying about... almost everything. From fake degrees ๐ŸŽ“ to phony job titles ๐Ÿ’ผ, the web of lies finally caught up with him.

Now, he’s been sentenced to over 7 years in federal prison. Here's how it all unfolded. ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ’ฅ What Crimes Did George Santos Commit?

Santos pleaded guilty in 2024 to a bunch of serious federal charges:

๐Ÿงพ Wire Fraud – He tricked donors and used campaign funds on luxury shopping sprees ๐Ÿ‘œ, credit cards ๐Ÿ’ณ, and even personal rent.

๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ‍โ™‚๏ธ Identity Theft – Santos used real names of donors to open accounts and spend their money—without telling them!

๐Ÿ“‰ Unemployment Scam – While campaigning, he falsely claimed pandemic jobless benefits worth thousands ๐Ÿ˜ณ.

๐Ÿงฎ Total Fraud? Over $370,000.

โฑ๏ธ What Happened in Court?

On April 25, 2025, in a New York courtroom, Judge Joanna Seybert laid down the sentence:

๐Ÿ” 87 months in prison (that's 7 years + 3 months)
๐Ÿ’ฐ $373,749.97 restitution (repay stolen funds)
๐Ÿšซ $205,002.97 forfeited (confiscated from Santos)

He cried in court ๐Ÿ˜ข, but the judge called him an “arrogant fraudster.” Prosecutors pointed to his social media activity and paid podcast appearances ๐Ÿ“ฑ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ to show he wasn’t truly sorry.

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ George Santos & Politics

George Santos was a Republican ๐Ÿ˜ representing New York’s 3rd District. He won in 2022, but was kicked out of Congress in 2023 after a damning ethics report.

He’s one of only six U.S. lawmakers ever expelled from the House. That’s rare. ๐Ÿงจ

๐Ÿ“… When Will He Go to Prison?

Santos must report to prison by July 25, 2025. Until then, he remains under watch.

๐Ÿ˜ฌ Why It Matters

The Santos case isn’t just another scam—it’s a wake-up call about honesty in politics ๐Ÿ””. This wasn't just bending the truth; it was full-blown fraud. And he got caught.

FAQ

He committed wire fraud, identity theft, and unemployment scams totaling over $370,000.

He was sentenced to 87 months (over 7 years) in federal prison.

No, he was expelled from the House of Representatives in December 2023.

He was a member of the Republican Party.

He defrauded donors and the government of more than $370,000.

He has to report to prison by July 25, 2025.

Yes, he pleaded guilty in August 2024 to wire fraud and identity theft.

He represented New Yorkโ€™s 3rd congressional district.

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