Expelled Congressman George Santos Launches Late-Night Social Media Rampage Targeting Former Colleagues

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ICARO Media Group
Politics
04/12/2023 21h00

In a dramatic turn of events, recently expelled Representative George Santos (R-N.Y.) took to social media in the late hours of Friday night, unleashing a series of rants after his expulsion from Congress. Santos went on to threaten several of his former colleagues with ethics complaints, sparking controversy and raising eyebrows across the political spectrum.

One of the primary targets of Santos's social media tirade was Representative Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.), whom he accused of engaging in "questionable stock trading." In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Santos questioned Malliotakis's sudden expertise in the stock market, stating, "Let's talk about hypocrisy. Can someone ask Nicole MalioStockTips when did she become a savant in stock trading?" It remains to be seen how Malliotakis will respond to these allegations.

Another congressman caught in Santos's crosshairs was Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), whom Santos accused of funneling campaign expenses through a company. In his social media post, Santos made reference to Lawler's alleged campaign finance practices, suggesting potential improprieties. Lawler has yet to provide a public response to these accusations.

Santos didn't spare Representative Nick LaLota (R-N.Y.) either, accusing him of being a "no-show" at his last job. The late-night post targeted LaLota's work history and raised questions about his commitment to public service. LaLota's reaction to these claims remains unknown at this time.

Interestingly, Congressman Santos also mentioned Representative Rob Menendez (D-N.J.) in his social media rampage, implying that Menendez should face investigation regarding his relationship with his father, Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.). Senator Menendez himself is currently facing federal bribery charges. While no specific allegation was made against Representative Menendez, Santos's comments have raised speculation about potential connections and further scrutiny.

The aftermath of Santos's expulsion did not escape the attention of popular satire show "Saturday Night Live," which aired a segment poking fun at the controversial congressman. The sketch added a humorous touch to the unfolding drama surrounding Santos and his online outbursts.

To add fuel to the fire, a video surfaced showing the changing of locks on Santos's former D.C. office. The footage, captured by C-SPAN's Howard Mortman, highlights the tangible consequences of Santos's expulsion.

As the news of his expulsion spreads, Santos updated his X bio to include a link to his Cameo account, a platform where celebrities can sell personalized video messages. In his Cameo bio, Santos describes himself as a "Former congressional 'Icon'!💅🏼," further fueling speculation about his future endeavors.

However, not everyone was amused by Santos's exit from Congress. Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) criticized Santos for leaving the House chamber before the vote concluded, branding him a "coward" in her scathing remarks.

Santos's late-night social media rampage has propelled him into the spotlight, leading Slate to dub him "Time for George Santos to Embrace His True Calling: Reality TV Villain." As speculation abounds and public interest grows, the long-term impact of Santos's controversial actions remains to be seen.

As the saga continues to unfold, it remains uncertain how Santos's former colleagues and the political arena as a whole will react to his explosive accusations. The fallout from his social media outburst is likely to shape future discussions and debates in the coming days.

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