"Rep. George Santos defiantly pleads not guilty to new charges, opts for trial"
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New York Representative George Santos pleaded not guilty to 10 new charges in federal court, bringing the total to 23 counts related to wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft. Meanwhile, his GOP colleagues in Congress are pushing for a vote to expel him. Santos has called the case a "witch hunt" and maintains his innocence. The resolution to remove him from Congress requires a two-thirds majority to pass. Santos has vowed not to resign and his trial is set for September 2024.
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