George Santos

George Anthony Devolder Santos (born July 22, 1988) is an American politician and member of the Republican Party. He currently serves as the U.S. representative for NY's 3rd congressional district, having been elected in 2022. Santos is notable for being the first openly LGBT member elected to Congress as a Republican. Prior to his political career, Santos made false or dubious claims about his biography, work history, criminal record, financial status, ethnicity, religion, and other matters. It was later revealed that parts of his self-published biography appeared to be fabricated, including claims about his ancestry, education, employment, charity work, property ownership, and crimes. Santos has admitted to lying about his education and employment.