George Santos indicted on 10 additional charges.

Rep. ⁢George Santos (R-N.Y.) is now facing a total of 23 charges, including 10 new charges in a superseding indictment announced ​on Tuesday. This comes after⁣ the initial 13 charges filed earlier this year.

The U.S. Department of Justice released a statement revealing that a federal grand jury in New York returned the superseding indictment. The 35-year-old congressman, serving ‌his first term, is now confronted with a wide range ⁢of charges.

The new charges consist⁣ of conspiracy to‍ commit offenses against the United States, wire fraud, making false statements to the⁢ Federal Election Commission (FEC), falsification of records submitted to the FEC, aggravated identity theft, and access device fraud.

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Mr. Santos ⁢pleaded not guilty in May after being indicted on⁤ charges of wire⁢ fraud, money laundering, theft of⁤ public funds, and lying to Congress.

The previous 13⁤ charges included wire⁣ fraud,⁣ money laundering, theft ​of public funds, and making false statements to Congress.

When asked about the new charges, Mr. ⁢Santos claimed to have no knowledge of them, stating that he didn’t have access to his phone at the⁤ time.

“I have no clue what you guys are talking about,” Mr. Santos said, reported‍ a CNN reporter.

In an interview with CBS, Mr. Santos denied the charges and vowed to fight them “until the bitter end.”

The Epoch Times reached out to Mr. Santos for further comment.

Charged for 2 Schemes

Prosecutors in the Eastern District of New York have newly accused Mr. Santos of filing fraudulent fundraising reports with the FEC​ to obtain financial support for his campaign.

According to the latest indictment,⁣ during the 2022 ‍elections, Mr. Santos and his campaign treasurer, Nancy Marks, allegedly orchestrated a scheme to deceive the FEC, the GOP committee,⁤ and the public by inflating the campaign’s fundraising figures.

They submitted fabricated FEC reports, falsely claiming significant contributions from 10 family members to create the⁣ illusion of financial stability.

Mr. Santos is also accused of charging campaign contributors’⁣ credit cards without permission and concealing the source of these funds through unauthorized transactions.

One example cited in the indictment involves a ⁣contributor whose billing information was allegedly exploited by Mr. Santos to ​make multiple unauthorized contributions to his campaign and affiliated political⁢ committees.

To mask the source of these contributions, Mr. ⁢Santos falsely identified the contributor as a relative. He continued to charge the contributor’s credit card without authorization, accumulating over $44,800 in charges, with a ⁣significant portion ending up in⁤ his personal bank account.

Mr. Santos has faced calls​ to resign from both Republicans ‍and Democrats due to false claims about his background and finances. Fellow House Republicans have expressed frustration with his continued presence in the⁢ party amidst the pending criminal charges.

In April, Mr.‍ Santos announced his intention to seek reelection for his House ‌seat on Long Island. He will ⁤face a challenger in former New York Rep. Tom Suozzi, a‌ Democrat, who⁣ launched his own⁢ campaign for the same seat on Tuesday.

How⁤ will Rep. Santos’ ability to effectively serve the public⁤ be affected by the escalation of charges against him

‌S maintained his innocence ⁣and said ⁣he believes the charges against him are politically motivated.

The new charges in the superseding indictment indicate a significant escalation in the legal troubles for Rep. Santos.‍ Conspiracy to commit offenses against the United States ⁢is a serious charge, as ⁤it implies involvement in a plot to commit illegal ‌acts or obstruct justice. Wire fraud, making false statements to the Federal Election Commission ⁣(FEC),⁣ and falsification of ​records submitted to the⁤ FEC are all⁢ offenses ‍that ​undermine the integrity of the democratic process.

Additionally, the ⁣charges of aggravated identity ⁣theft and access device fraud suggest potential involvement in identity theft and the unauthorized use of personal information⁤ for fraudulent purposes. These are serious crimes that can‍ severely impact individuals’ lives and​ financial⁢ well-being.

The ‍escalation of charges against ‍Rep. Santos raises questions about his ability to effectively serve the public while facing such ‌serious allegations. It is essential to maintain trust and confidence in elected officials, and it is concerning that a sitting congressman is now confronted with such a‍ wide range of charges.

It​ is worth noting that Rep. Santos had previously‍ pleaded not guilty to the initial charges filed against him⁤ in May. His ‌denial of⁢ knowledge about the new charges raises questions about⁢ his awareness and involvement in the ⁢alleged criminal activities. The investigation and ​legal proceedings will determine the truth‌ and hold the congressman accountable if he is ​found guilty.

Given the seriousness of the charges and⁣ the potential consequences, it⁣ is crucial for Rep. Santos to cooperate fully with the ‌ongoing investigation and legal process. If found guilty, appropriate penalties and consequences should be imposed to ​uphold the rule of law and deter ⁤similar misconduct in the future.

This case also highlights the⁤ importance of ⁤ethics and integrity in politics. Elected officials have a responsibility to uphold the⁣ public ‍trust and serve the best interests​ of their constituents.‌ Any allegations ‌of wrongdoing⁣ must be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate action should‍ be taken to ensure accountability and maintain the integrity ⁣of our democratic system.

As this⁣ legal saga continues⁤ to unfold, it is crucial⁢ to remember that everyone is⁤ innocent until proven guilty. The justice system will determine Rep. Santos’ guilt or innocence based on the evidence ‌presented,‌ and it is essential ⁤to allow the legal process to run its course without jumping ⁤to conclusions.

In conclusion, Rep. Santos now faces a total of 23 charges, including 10 ⁤new charges in a superseding indictment. The nature of these charges ‌is wide-ranging and serious, indicating‌ potential involvement in various ⁢illegal activities.‌ The⁢ congressman has maintained his innocence, claiming‌ no knowledge of the⁣ new charges. As the investigation and legal proceedings continue, it is essential to⁢ uphold the principles of justice, ‍fairness, and integrity, allowing⁣ the truth‍ to prevail.