George Santos, the former congressman facing severe sentencing, has admitted guilt while claiming remorse, yet disputes the Justice Department's interpretation of his online statements as defiance. In a personal letter to the court, he argues that true remorse is vocal and reacts to perceived harshness in sentencing. Prosecutors assert that his recent online actions, including explosive comments about the DOJ, contradict his accountability claims and reveal a risk of recidivism. Santos's team defends that his posts should be seen as constitutionally protected speech rather than a sign of unrepentance.
Santos admitted his guilt and claimed to express remorse, yet resisted the DOJ's use of social media posts as evidence of defiance, stating "True remorse isn't mute."
Prosecutors argued that Santos's online behavior undermines his claims of accountability, asserting that he shows a strong risk of recidivism.
Santos's defense claimed that his posts reflect constitutionally protected speech aimed at the government's harsh sentencing recommendation rather than a lack of remorse.
In a motion filed by his defense, Santos insisted that he has consistently accepted responsibility and is being unjustly penalized for his online expressions.
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