Justice Department Charges NY Congressman George Santos with Federal Crimes

New York Rep. George Santos, a Republican, has been charged by the Justice Department in a federal probe. The exact nature of the charges is unknown, but allegations of false statements in Santos' campaign finance filings and other claims have been under investigation. Santos has been accused of breaking campaign finance laws, violating federal conflict of interest laws, stealing cash meant for an Iraq War veteran’s dying dog, masterminding a credit card fraud scheme, and lying about where he went to school and worked. The charges do not affect Santos' status as a member of Congress.