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December 23, 2022

Genealogy Records Contradict George Santos's Claims His Grandparents Fled Holocaust
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Here in New York, Republican Congressmember-elect George Santos has
broken his silence over a New York Times investigation that found he
misrepresented key parts of his background and finances. On Thursday,
Santos tweeted, "I have my story to tell and it will be told next week."
In the latest revelation of Santos's apparent fabrications, the Jewish
outlet The Forward reports Santos lied about his grandparents fleeing
anti-Jewish persecution during World War II. The Forward reports
genealogy websites show Santos's maternal grandparents were born in
Brazil, not Ukraine or Belgium, as his campaign website stated. On
Wednesday, incoming House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries accused Santos
of hiding from legitimate questions about his résumé.

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries: "At this moment we need answers from George
Santos. He appears to be a complete and utter fraud, his whole life
story made up."



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