George Santos: From Prison to Freedom, Thanks to Trump
Former Republican Congressman Freed from Prison
George Santos, the disgraced former Republican congressman, is now a free man. President Donald Trump intervened to shorten his prison term. Santos was serving time for fraud and identity theft, having only completed a few months of his seven-year sentence.
Trump's Announcement
President Trump announced the decision on social media, calling Santos a "rogue" but praising his political loyalty. Trump mentioned that Santos had been treated poorly in prison, prompting the immediate release.
Full Commutation of Sentence
The U.S. Attorney's Office did not comment on the decision. Santos' sentence was fully commuted, meaning he does not have to pay any fines or serve probation. He is completely free.
Santos' Appeal
Santos had written a letter to Trump from prison, asking for a second chance. He claimed he was held in isolation and faced death threats. He also stated that he fully supported Trump's agenda while in Congress.
Support from Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene
Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene supported the decision, arguing that Santos was treated unfairly. She even referred to solitary confinement as torture.
Santos' Crimes and Plea Deal
Santos admitted to several fraud crimes, including:
- Lying about campaign donations
- Misusing donor money
- Falsely claiming unemployment benefits during the pandemic
As part of his plea deal, he agreed to pay back nearly $600,000.
Expulsion from Congress
Santos was expelled from Congress last year after serving less than a year in office. His actions led to his downfall, but now, he is free to return to his family and community.
