CNN reports:
Embattled Rep. George Santos is contemplating a nightmare scenario for House Republicans: Trying to stick it out in Congress, even if he is indicted on criminal charges.
After previously signaling to Republicans he wouldn’t seek reelection, Santos has recently been telling people he is considering running for a second term, according to multiple Republican sources, and privately insists he will ultimately be cleared of all wrong-doing and that his treasurer will face scrutiny over his finances.
The Federal Election Commission asked Santos last week to announce whether he plans to run again in 2024 after the freshman lawmaker crossed a post-election fundraising threshold that now requires him to make a formal declaration by March 14.
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Let me be very clear, I’m not leaving, I’m not hiding and I am NOT backing down.
I will continue to work for #NY03 and no amount of Twitter trolling will stop me.
I’m looking forward to getting what needs to be done, DONE!
— George Santos (@Santos4Congress) February 14, 2023