George Santos, a former U.S. congressman, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison after being convicted of fraud and identity theft.
Former U.S. Congressman George Santos has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
The 36-year-old Republican from Long Island, New York, had faced up to 22 years behind bars. His sentencing marks the final chapter in the downfall of the novice politician, who was expelled from Congress after allegations that he lied about his background and misused campaign funds to finance his personal lifestyle.
Federal prosecutors said Santos laundered campaign money for personal expenses, illegally claimed unemployment benefits while employed, and lied to the Federal Election Commission.
Santos wept in court as his sentence was announced, pleading for mercy and telling the judge, "I offer my deepest apologies. I cannot rewrite the past, but I can control the road ahead."
Prosecutors had requested 87 months — a little over seven years — which the judge granted, while Santos's attorneys had asked for the minimum two-year sentence for aggravated identity theft.
Santos is scheduled to report to prison on July 25.
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