Expelled former Rep. George Santos' return to Congress
Expelled former Rep. George Santos returned to Congress as an Independent candidate to challenge Rep. Nick LaLota in New York's 1st Congressional District.
Key Points
- Santos announced his bid as an Independent candidate to unseat Rep. Nick LaLota
- He was expelled from Congress after misusing campaign funds and other charges
- Santos returned to Congress to watch President Biden's State of the Union address
Pros
- Santos is exercising his right to run for office again
- He is challenging the status quo and speaking out against the Republican Party
Cons
- Santos was expelled from Congress due to misuse of campaign funds and is facing multiple criminal charges