"Congressman George Santos Faces Federal Court on Fraud and Money Laundering Charges"

U.S. Representative George Santos appeared in federal court on fraud and money laundering charges, with prosecutors presenting over 80,000 pages of evidence against him. Santos is accused of duping donors, stealing from his campaign, collecting fraudulent unemployment benefits, and lying to Congress about his wealth. He pleaded not guilty and his next status hearing is scheduled for September 7. If convicted, Santos could face up to 20 years in prison. Despite the charges, Santos has vowed to remain in Congress and seek reelection, while Republican leaders have urged him not to run again.