George Santos Confesses to Check Theft in Brazil to Avoid Prosecution and Settles Case
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US Congressman George Santos has signed a deal with Brazilian prosecutors to confess and pay almost $5,000 in fines and restitution in exchange for dropping charges that he stole checks to buy clothing and other goods in 2008. Santos also pleaded not guilty to 13 felony charges in a separate case against him in the US, including lying, theft, and misappropriating donor money for personal gain. Santos has been embroiled in controversy since being elected in November, with allegations of misleading information about his education and personal background.
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- George Santos Settles Stolen-Check Case in Brazil The New York Times
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