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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

FBI Investigates George Santos' Role in $19M Yacht Sale to Donors

Federal and state investigators are investigating Republican Rep. George Santos' role in the sale of a $19 million yacht involving two of his wealthy donors. Santos has been embroiled in controversy before he even entered office and is the subject of state and federal probes into his finances, along with a House ethics committee investigation. Santos has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. The investigation into the yacht sale underscores the far reaches of the investigations into the embattled congressman's finances.

via CNN|

#federal-investigation #george-santos #political-donations

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

F.B.I. Investigates George Santos' Role in $19M Yacht Sale Between Donors

Representative George Santos, who is under investigation for his campaign finances and personal business dealings, brokered the sale of a $19 million yacht between two of his wealthy donors before his election in November 2022. The sale has attracted the attention of federal and state authorities investigating Santos. While it is unclear if any laws were broken, the deal raises questions about the mixing of political and personal interests. Santos has denied wrongdoing, but his campaign finances and sudden jump in income remain under scrutiny.

via The New York Times|

#campaign-finance #fbi-investigation #george-santos