US Rep George Santos Arrested on Fraud Charges, Accused of Misusing Campaign Funds and Covid Unemployment Money

Republican US Representative George Santos has been arrested on charges of fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds. The indictment accuses Santos of defrauding political supporters by laundering funds to pay for personal expenses and illegally receiving unemployment benefits while employed. Santos has also been accused of making false statements to the House of Representatives about his assets, income, and liabilities. Nine House Republicans have called on Santos to resign, but the caucus will wait for the legal process to play out. Santos had previously lied about his resume, claiming degrees and work experience that were untrue.