OnPolitics: What charges did Rep. George Santos plead not guilty to?

The freshman lawmaker was arrested this morning following his surrender to authorities.

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser On Politics Wed May 10 2023 Hey there, OnPolitics readers! It's been a while since we've heard about New York Rep. George Santos. But he's back making headlines this week. The freshman lawmaker was arrested this morning following his surrender to authorities after federal prosecutors filed charges against him last night. Santos pleaded not guilty to all 13 charges filed against him during his arraignment this afternoon. What are the charges?:  Santos faces seven counts of wire fraud, three counts of money laundering, one count of theft of public funds and two counts of lying to the House of Representatives, according to the U.S. Justice department. 👁️‍🗨️ Rep. George Santos indicted. Read the charges here What does this mean?: It's an escalation in the several legal and ethical probes into Santos since taking office, prompted by his outlandish fabrications about his personal and professional life. These charges aim to hold Santos accountable for numerous alleged "fraudulent schemes and brazen misrepresentations," said Breon Peace, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. And while it's not yet clear what this means for his tenure in Congress, it has renewed criticism of him by prominent Republicans, including Ed Cox, head of New York's Republican Party and Utah Sen. Mitt Romney, who has also called on Santos to step down. 👁️‍🗨️ Keep reading: Rep. George Santos pleads not guilty to 13 counts including fraud, lying to Congress 🚨 ICYMI: DOJ files charges against Republican lawmaker George Santos in federal probe 📨 Get newsletter in your inbox: Don't miss our politics coverage. Sign up for OnPolitics. Harlan Crow tells Senate Dems to pound sand on Clarence Thomas gifts Crow's letter underscored the challenge Democrats face as they look for a response to the scandal unfolding across the street at the Supreme Court. READ MORE Advertisement House GOP, White House clash over foreign payments to Biden relatives House Republicans say foreign payments made to President Joe Biden's relatives raise serious concerns, but the White House calls inquiry "baseless." READ MORE Officials offer migrants olive branch before Title 42 policy expires in 48 hours The mixed messages from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, offering documents and warning of enforcement, are frustrating migrants and advocates. READ MORE Liz Cheney attack ad against Trump airs in New Hampshire: What she said Liz Cheney slammed Donald Trump in an attack ad airing in New Hampshire ahead of his first town hall with CNN. READ MORE 'We are not the liars. He is': Trump accuser on E. Jean Carroll verdict Trump accuser Samantha Holvey said the jury reaching its verdict quickly sends a message: "The good ol' boys club is not going to work anymore." READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Advertisement Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback