Former Rep. George Santos will plead guilty to multiple charges related to financial crimes, avoiding trial on 23 felony counts, which could lead to a lighter sentence.
Santos is expected to admit guilt in a New York court, though the details of his plea deal will need the approval of U.S. District Judge Joanna Seybert.
The former lawmaker faces a variety of accusations, including unauthorized use of campaign credit cards, inflation of finance reports, and fraud in cashing unemployment benefits.
Initially pleading not guilty, Santos labeled the prosecution a witch hunt, but his decision to accept a plea deal indicates a significant shift following mounting pressures.
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