Today, the United States House of Representatives will vote on a resolution to expel Representative George Santos from Congress. The resolution, introduced by fellow representative Dwayne Anderson, cites Santos’s “misconduct and unethical behavior” as the reasons for his proposed expulsion.
Santos has been accused of numerous offenses, including misusing campaign funds, accepting bribes from lobbyists, and sexually harassing several of his constituents. The accusations have been under investigation for the past several months, and the results of the investigation have made it clear that Santos needs to be removed from his position.
If the resolution passes, Santos would be the first member of Congress to be expelled since the 19th century. Expelling a federally elected official is an extreme punishment, and the decision should not be taken lightly. Therefore, the House had to carefully consider whether Santos’s alleged misconduct warrants his expulsion from Congress.
The decision will be made by a simple majority of the House, with a resolution of expulsion requiring at least a two-thirds vote. If successful, the resolution will move on to the Senate for a final vote.
With his constituents and fellow members of Congress in mind, the House is expected to make a decision that ensures justice is served and that sets a precedent for all future elected officials. The House’s vote today will determine not only Santos’s fate, but also the future of American politics and its morality.