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Former Congressman George Santos, who was convicted of fraud, allegedly made $400,000 selling personalized videos on Cameo, according to prosecutors. This revelation was presented during a court hearing where Santos requested a sentencing delay.
Prosecutors opposed the delay, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution for the victims and community. Santos had pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, agreeing to pay $600,000 in restitution.
Santos requested six more months to raise funds, citing his podcast as a potential income source. However, prosecutors deemed this claim speculative and questioned his financial situation given his recent earnings.
Prosecutors noted that Santos generated significant income from a documentary and Cameo, despite claiming he couldn’t afford the restitution. They expressed skepticism about his inability to save the necessary funds, especially after publicly stating he earned $80,000 daily.