Homocons

Politico reports: Unlike previous attempts to remove the embattled New York Republican, the latest push led by Ethics Committee Chair Michael Guest (R-Miss.) could actually get the two-thirds majority that is required to expel him. If all Democrats vote to boost Santos — the most likely outcome — then roughly 80 GOP members would need to join them in order …

The Hill reports: Gabrielle Lipsky, the communications director for Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.), has resigned from the congressman’s office, a source familiar with the situation confirmed to The Hill. Lipsky resigned after the House Ethics Committee published a damning report following its investigation into Santos, which found “substantial evidence” that the New York Republican “violated federal criminal laws.” Lipsky began …

Roll Call reports: The House Ethics Committee found substantial evidence that Rep. George Santos committed additional violations of criminal law, including misreporting loans from the 2020 campaign and other reporting violations, according to a report released Thursday. Ethics Chairman Michael Guest said after the committee’s report was released that he would file a motion on Friday to expel Santos, R-N.Y., …

“My year from Hell. Running for office was never a dream or goal, but when the opportunity to do so came I felt the time to serve my country was now. “Looking back today I know one thing, politics is indeed dirty, dirty from the very bottom up. Consultants, operatives, the opposition, the party and more… the one thing I …

Axios reports: The House is expected to vote on expulsion shortly after they return from their Thanksgiving recess — meaning the embattled Long Islander’s days in Congress are likely numbered. “He’s gone,” predicted one House Republican. Rep. Michael Guest (R-Miss.), the chair of the Ethics Committee, plans to file a privileged resolution to expel Santos at the House’s pro forma …

Semafor reports: Rep. George Santos will not run for reelection following a damning report from the House Ethics Committee, Santos told Semafor. The committee released a damning report of a month-long investigation into Santos, who has been indicted for fraud, credit card theft, and lying to the FEC, among other charges. The report reignited calls for Santos’ resignation, especially from …

CBS News reports: The committee said in a statement announcing the release of its findings that the investigative subcommittee tasked with examining allegations of misconduct of Santos “unanimously concluded that there was substantial evidence” that he knowingly caused his campaign committee to file false or incomplete reports with the Federal Election Commission, used campaign funds for personal purposes, engaged in …

The New York Times reports: The House Ethics Committee will not call for Representative George Santos’s expulsion as a result of its nearly nine-month investigation, the panel’s chair, Representative Michael Guest, said on Wednesday. Mr. Guest, a Republican of Mississippi, would not characterize the committee’s findings in its report, which is expected to be released as early as Thursday. But …

The New York Times reports: A second person connected to the campaign of Representative George Santos of New York has pleaded guilty to federal charges, an ominous sign as the embattled congressman’s own case moves closer to trial. Samuel Miele pleaded guilty on Tuesday to one count of wire fraud in connection to a fund-raising scheme for his and Mr. …

Courthouse News reports: The Louisiana State Bar strayed from its core role by giving its members wellness advice and promoting Pride Month, a Fifth Circuit panel ruled Monday, exempting an attorney who took issue with these activities from having to join the organization or pay it dues. Randy Boudreaux, who is openly gay, took issue with an LGBTQ Pride Month …

Politico reports: Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) has evaded two efforts this year to oust him from the House. A third time could end up differently, depending on the results of a long-awaited ethics report this week. The House Ethics Committee is slated to release the findings of its investigation into Santos regarding a slew of charges, including campaign finance fraud …

The Atlantic reports: It wasn’t clear at first why Peter Thiel agreed to talk to me. He is, famously, no friend of the media But the impetus for these conversations? He wanted me to publish a promise he was going to make, so that he would not be tempted to go back on his word. And what was that thing …

Fort Worth’s Fox affiliate reports: A Granbury city council candidate was arrested on Monday on accusations of possession of child pornography. Brad Benson, the Deputy Fire Marshal and small businessman was taken into custody on Monday morning. Benson faces two counts of possession of child pornography, a first degree felony. “Based on the limited information available, it is our understanding …

CNN reports: Embattled GOP Rep. George Santos refused to take off the table a potential plea deal with the federal government and acknowledged mistakes in his handling of key issues outlined in the criminal indictments against him even as he forcefully defended himself. In a wide-ranging interview with CNN, the New York Republican blamed “stupidity” and “insecurity” for his extensive …

Axios reports: Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) sent letters to colleagues who voted against expelling him from Congress earlier this week thanking them for their votes. The letters went out not only to Republicans, but the dozens of Democrats who voted to spare the embattled Long Islander as well – one of whom wrote back that it’s “not shameful to resign.” …

CNN reports: In a wide-ranging interview with CNN’s Manu Raju on Friday, Rep. George Santos, a New York Republican, argued that his constituents didn’t vote for him based on his biography and said he would “absolutely” run in 2024 if he is expelled – something that could happen as soon as this month if the House Ethics committee recommends the …

“Tonight was a victory for due process not me. This was never about me, and I’ll never let it become about me. We all have rights under this great Constitutional Republic and I’ll fight for our right to uphold them till my last dying breath.” – Rep. George Santos, in a tweet featuring the above cringey image. Santos apparently thought …

The Huffington Post reports: Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.), the serial fabulist who is facing federal charges of stealing the identities of some of his political donors and using their credit cards, will get to remain in Congress for at least a little bit longer. Under the U.S. Constitution, a two-thirds majority is required to expel a member, but the resolution …

The New York Times reports: The motion to expel Mr. Santos, which was introduced by Representative Anthony D’Esposito of New York, faces a high hurdle. Because the resolution requires approval from two-thirds of the House lawmakers voting, every Democrat and 77 Republicans would need to vote to expel Mr. Santos, assuming all 433 members vote on the matter. Republicans hold …

New York City’s ABC affiliate reports: The House of Representatives has scheduled a Wednesday night vote on a GOP-led resolution to expel embattled Rep. George Santos. Fellow Republicans from New York drafted a resolution to remove Santos last week. Expelling Santos from Congress requires two-thirds of the House. This would be 289 of the House’s 433 current members if all …