Santos admitted to crimes that include wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, acknowledging the harm caused by his actions and accepting full responsibility during his court appearance.
The former congressman’s conduct was marred with allegations of fraud, including misuse of campaign funds and false statements made to financial and ethics regulatory bodies.
As part of his plea agreement, Santos is required to pay at least $374,000 in compensation, reflecting the severity of his financial misconduct.
Santos's tenure was plagued with scandals, culminating in his expulsion from Congress, making him the first out LGBTQ+ politician to be expelled in this manner.
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