More Republican lawmakers are calling on newly elected Congressman George Santos to resign after the freshman representative admitted to fabricating parts of his background in the lead up to the 2022 midterm elections. NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin and George Solis break down how many Republicans are calling for Santos’ resignation and how his Long Island constituents are reacting.
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