Former U.S. Representative George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. After pleading guilty, Santos expressed regret but was criticized by the sentencing judge for not demonstrating true remorse. He defrauded donors and stole identities to fund his campaign, resulting in a hefty financial penalty in addition to prison time. Despite his claims of being ready to accept consequences, prosecutors argued he still portrays himself as a victim of overreach. The judge's skepticism played a key role in the sentencing.
I offer my deepest apologies... I cannot rewrite the past, but I can control the road ahead.
Where is your remorse? Where do I see it?
I'm doing as well as any human being would be doing given the circumstances... I'm ready to face the music.
Prosecutors argued he remains unrepentant and has not shown genuine remorse, despite what he claims.
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