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George Santos Released After Trump Commutes Sentence, Vows Loyalty

Former Rep. George Santos was released from prison after President Trump commuted his seven-year sentence for fraud, serving less than three months and vowing not to disappoint Trump.

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President Donald Trump commuted the seven-year prison sentence of former U.S. Rep. George Santos, resulting in his immediate release after serving less than three months.

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Santos was incarcerated for wire fraud and money laundering in New Jersey, following convictions for misusing campaign funds and lying on financial disclosures.

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Expelled from the House in December 2023, Santos was released after serving only 84 days of his 87-month sentence, a surprise commutation by Trump.

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Santos expressed deep gratitude to Trump for his release, vowing not to disappoint him and stating he found God while in prison.

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Despite a restitution order of over $370,000, Santos indicated he would only pay if legally required, reflecting Trump's broader use of clemency power.

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Center-leaning sources frame the story by consistently reminding readers of George Santos's extensive history of deceit and financial crimes, even as they report his release and statements. They juxtapose his claims of humility with his dismissive attitude towards critics and highlight his conditional stance on restitution, collectively shaping a narrative that underscores his past transgressions and perceived lack of full accountability.

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George Santos was convicted of wire fraud and money laundering for misusing campaign funds and lying on financial disclosures.

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He was originally sentenced to seven years (87 months) but was released after serving only 84 days.

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President Trump commuted Santos's sentence because he believed Santos had been 'horribly mistreated'.

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Santos expressed deep gratitude to Trump for his release, vowed not to disappoint him, and stated he found God while in prison.

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Santos faces a restitution order of over $370,000 but indicated he would only pay if legally required.

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