Breaking news: George Santos is expected to plead guilty, people close to the case say

The ex-congressman had initially pleaded not guilty to 23 felonies.

View in browser|nytimes.com August 17, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Uli Seit for The New York Times George Santos Is Expected to Plead Guilty, People Close to the Case Say The former Republican congressman told prosecutors that he intends to plead guilty and avoid trial on 23 felony charges, according to lawyers involved in the case. He had initially pleaded not guilty on all counts. Read more Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018