House Fails to Expel Rep. George Santos Despite Criminal Charges

House voted against expelling Rep. George Santos despite criminal charges against him.needed a 2/3 majority to expel.

Santos faces nearly two dozen federal criminal charges including fraud and money laundering.

A group of NY Republicans led the renewed effort to expel Santos after initial failure in May.

Resolution listed Santos' criminal charges and lies as reasons he's unfit to serve.

Matter referred to House Ethics Committee, which will announce next steps in investigating Santos by Nov. 17.