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The Wall Street Journal: The U.S. House of Representatives voted 311 to 114 to expel Rep. George Santos, a New York Republican, over allegations of stealing campaign funds and other misconduct. This rare action, only the third expulsion since the Civil War, followed accusations that Santos fabricated his work history, educational background, and family history. The expulsion narrows the Republican majority in the House, impacting key votes on issues like Ukraine aid and border policy. Santos, who faces a 23-count indictment for crimes including scamming donors and lying to the Federal Election Commission, pleaded not guilty and is set for trial in September. Despite the expulsion, some Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson, argued that Santos should not be expelled before the resolution of his criminal case.
The vote came after the House Ethics Committee released a report detailing Santos’s alleged misuse of campaign funds for personal expenses. The report did not formally recommend expulsion, but prompted a resolution for his removal. Santos’s departure, along with other resignations, is expected to impact the makeup of the House, with Democrats eyeing his seat as a potential gain in a special election.
The entire article can be read at the link George Santos Expelled From Congress in Tense House Vote – WSJ
