It's not illegal for politicians to lie.

But there's plenty of more complicated aspects to George #Santos' case, and we have experts to explain them.

https://theconversation.com/george-santos-indicted-on-fraud-money-laundering-and-other-criminal-charges-3-essential-reads-205438
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George Santos indicted on fraud, money laundering and other criminal charges -- 3 essential reads

George Santos has admitted to having said some stupid things. But his lying became the subject of a federal probe that has resulted in criminal charges.

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@TheConversationUS It may not be illegal, but there are ethics standards and he could be impeached by his peers...problem is the "R" party is so worried about losing seats that they'll let just about anything slide right now.