Congress Expels George Santos, Sixth Member in US History to Face Ouster
House Lawmakers Vote to Remove Embattled GOP Representative
Washington, DC - In a historic move, the Washington House has voted to expel GOP Rep George Santos from Congress, making him only the sixth member in US history to be ousted by a vote of the chamber. The House voted overwhelmingly to remove Santos on Friday, amidst growing pressure over his litany of fabrications and ethical lapses.
Tumultuous Tenure Ends in Expulsion
George Santos, a Republican congressman from New York, has been under fire since shortly after taking office in January for embellishing his resume, fabricating campaign funds, and facing fraud allegations. Despite repeated calls for his resignation, Santos has refused to step down, prompting the House to take action.
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