Disgraced former congressman George Santos (R-New York) was released from prison late Friday after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence for identity theft and wire fraud.
Santos was released from prison Friday night, according to his attorney, Joe Murray. His family picked him up, Murray said.
“George Santos was somewhat of a ‘rogue,’ but there are many rogues throughout our Country that aren’t forced to serve seven years in prison,” said Trump in a social media post announcing the commutation. “Therefore, I just signed a Commutation, releasing George Santos from prison, IMMEDIATELY. Good luck George, have a great life!”
Santos, who was expelled from the House after being accused of financial misconduct and telling myriad lies about his background, was sentenced to more than s