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politics2 years ago•5 min saved

George Santos' Ex-Campaign Treasurer Pleads Guilty, Impacting His Criminal Defense

Nancy Marks, the ex-campaign treasurer for Republican Rep. George Santos, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit offenses against the United States, including wire fraud, falsifying records, and identity theft. Marks admitted to inflating Santos' campaign fundraising totals by adding nonexistent donations and falsely attesting that Santos had made a $500,000 loan to his campaign. Legal experts believe that Marks' guilty plea strengthens the federal fraud case against Santos, and it may indicate that additional charges could be brought against him. Santos, who is facing federal charges and a pending investigation by the House Ethics Committee, may face increased pressure to resign his seat.

via CBS News|

#campaign-finance #fraud #george-santos

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Former Campaign Treasurer of George Santos, Nancy Marks, Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

Nancy Marks, the former campaign treasurer for Republican Representative George Santos of New York, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud, admitting that she fraudulently reported fake loans totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars that Santos had claimed he made to his campaign. Marks and Santos allegedly devised a scheme to inflate the campaign's fundraising numbers in order to mislead the Federal Election Commission, a national party committee, and the public. Santos has been indicted on multiple charges, including wire fraud and money laundering, and has denied any wrongdoing. He has also faced allegations of inflating his resume.

via CBS News|

#campaign-treasurer #conspiracy #fraud

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Former Campaign Treasurer of Rep. George Santos to Plead Guilty in Federal Felony Case

Nancy Marks, the former campaign treasurer and close aide to Rep. George Santos, is set to plead guilty to an unspecified felony in connection with the federal investigation into financial irregularities surrounding the indicted New York Republican. Marks' plea comes as Santos faces a 13-count federal indictment for charges of money laundering and lying to Congress. The investigation has raised questions about Santos' campaign finances and his fabricated life story. If Marks testifies against Santos, it could be detrimental to the Republican's case, as he is accused of embezzlement, lying in financial disclosures, and receiving unemployment funds improperly.

via POLITICO|

#campaign-treasurer #federal-investigation #guilty-plea

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Accountant of George Santos to Plead Guilty in Federal Inquiry

Nancy Marks, the accountant who managed the finances of Representative George Santos's political campaigns, has agreed to plead guilty to federal felony charges. Marks, who has handled the finances of prominent Republicans in New York, including Santos, has faced allegations of wrongdoing. It remains uncertain how this will impact Santos, who is already facing charges of wire fraud, money laundering, stealing public funds, and lying on federal disclosure forms. Santos has consistently denied involvement in his campaign's finances, placing the blame on Marks. Marks is expected to formally enter her guilty plea in federal court on Thursday.

via The New York Times|

#campaign-finances #federal-inquiry #george-santos

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Former Campaign Treasurer for George Santos Set to Plead Guilty in Federal Charges

Nancy Marks, former campaign treasurer for Rep. George Santos, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges. Marks resigned from Santos' team earlier this year amid controversies surrounding campaign finances. The exact charges remain sealed, but court records indicate she will plead guilty to a criminal information filed by the U.S. Attorney's Office. Santos himself has been charged with fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds. Marks will appear in federal court on Thursday.

via ABC News|

#campaign-treasurer #federal-charges #george-santos