"Scandal-Plagued Rep. George Santos Repays Himself $85K Amid Push for Censure"
Republican Congressman George Santos, who is facing charges of financial crimes, including embezzlement, withdrew $85,000 from his campaign funds to repay the loans he made to himself during his successful 2022 election campaign. Santos raised only $138,000 in the last three months, indicating potential difficulties in his upcoming reelection bid, which is expected to be highly contested. His Republican challenger, Kellen Curry, raised over $200,000 during the same period. Meanwhile, the top Democratic candidate, Joshua Lafazan, has raised over $345,000. Santos, who has pleaded not guilty to the charges, is determined to retain his congressional seat despite calls for his resignation.