Rep. George Santos Fights to Keep Bail Contributors' Identities Private
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Rep. George Santos, a New York Republican facing 13 federal charges, is fighting to keep secret the names of individuals who backed his $500,000 jail bond, arguing that revealing their identities could put them at risk of "attacks and harassment." A group of news organizations, including NPR, has asked the court to reverse the decision, arguing that transparency serves the public interest. Critics say it's also unclear how Santos funded his congressional campaign and how he spent that money.
- Rep. George Santos appeals decision to release names of people who paid his bail NPR
- Family members co-signed bond for George Santos, court filing says CNN
- George Santos appeals to keep names of those who helped post bond sealed CBS New York
- George Santos Says His Family Helped Bail Him Out. (Just Don't Ask Who.) The New York Times
- George Santos' Family Put Up Bail Money—At Least Partially The Daily Beast
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