Rep. Robert Garcia Introduces Resolution to Expel Rep. George Santos from Congress

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia has introduced a resolution to expel Republican Rep. George Santos from Congress. The resolution, which could come up for a vote as soon as this week, would force Republicans in the House to go on the record over whether the indicted congressman should keep his seat.

Santos is facing federal charges in New York and reportedly resolved a criminal case in Brazil last week. Garcia told reporters Tuesday that he would like to see the resolution referred to the Ethics Committee.

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said that a House committee could come back to Congress faster than a court case. Garcia has introduced his resolution as privileged, meaning it must get a vote in the House.

Garcia said that it is more important to note that Santos has already admitted to actual criminal activity and fraud in Brazil. He added that he is starting the process of forcing a floor vote on the resolution to expel Santos from the U.S. House of Representatives.

The resolution to expel Santos has been met with mixed reactions. Some believe that the congressman should be held accountable for his actions, while others argue that the resolution is too extreme and that Santos should be given the chance to defend himself in court. It remains to be seen whether the resolution will be passed and what the implications of its passing would be.