"Texas Man Charged with Attempted Scam Involving George Santos and Celebrities"

Hector Medina, Jr., from Texas, has been charged with attempting to scam former Rep. George Santos and several celebrities by falsely claiming he could help resolve their legal issues in exchange for money. Medina, who admitted to targeting individuals facing criminal exposure due to financial desperation from gambling debts, was arrested in El Paso and faces charges in New York. The victims include Santos, a publicly known actor, musician, and a professional athlete's family member.