Embattled Rep. George Santos, a New York Republican, stated during a recent interview that he anticipates being expelled from Congress in the upcoming days, expressing his intention to "wear it like a badge of honor." Santos made the comments on an X Space hosted by conservative media personality Monica Matthews.

The cause for Santos's potential expulsion stems from a 56-page report released by the Ethics Committee earlier this month, which cited "substantial evidence" of the congressman's violation of federal law. The report outlines allegations that Santos used campaign and business funds for personal expenses, including cosmetic procedures such as Botox, luxury purchases at Hermès and Ferragamo, expenditures on OnlyFans, meals, parking, travel, and rent.

Following the report's publication, Rep. Michael Guest, the chairman of the Ethics Committee and a Mississippi Republican, introduced a resolution to expel Santos from Congress. Guest argued that the findings in the report were significant enough to warrant expulsion, stating it as the most appropriate form of punishment.

Responding to Guest's actions, Santos openly challenged him to introduce the expulsion resolution as "privileged," indicating that the House would be compelled to consider the measure within two legislative days. Santos accused Guest of attempting to intimidate him into leaving Congress, emphasizing his refusal to resign and labeling the report as a "political opposition hit piece."

Santos expressed his desire to witness the establishment of a precedent, asserting that the allegations against him were being utilized to tarnish his reputation without due process, leading to unjust removal from society. The congressman refrained from addressing the specific accusations, deeming them "slanderous," and cited concerns that defending himself could be detrimental to his ongoing federal case. Santos currently faces 23 federal charges and has pleaded not guilty.

During the conversation, Rep. Robert Garcia, a California Democrat, joined the X Space and questioned Santos on why he would not resign. Garcia emphasized that the Congress would vote for expulsion, urging Santos to "do the right thing and resign." Santos, reiterating his innocence, emphasized his lack of fear towards potential expulsion, stating that even if he resigned, it would imply admittance to the allegations in the report, which he considered to be incredulous.

The proceedings surrounding Santos's potential expulsion from Congress continue to unfold, with Rep. Michael Guest's resolution expected to be considered on the House floor in the coming days. Santos's defiance and refusal to resign, paired with his claims of being targeted unfairly, have created a contentious environment within the political landscape, as spectators await the final outcome of this controversy.

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