George Santos: The Man, the Myths, the Lessons | Full Special

George Santos has been called the "greatest fiction in the history of Congressional politics," a "serial liar" unlike any in American history.

So just how did he transform himself from an obscure resident of Brazil obsessed with luxury and status into a famous Republican politician elected to represent a Long Island district?

And he did all of this on a foundation of staggering lies.

"George Santos: The Man, The Myths, The Lessons," an ABC7 New York Eyewitness News investigation, reveals his unlikely origin story, talks to people who knew him when, charts his stunning rise to congressman, breaks down what might happen next to him, and asks, ominously, if his saga may just be the tip of the iceberg for our democracy.

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[LoudlabsNYC]

They should do background and fact checks on folks running for office

[blueagle-diis]

just makes me want to cry about the service dog situation. this George Santos is a total creeep

[jgonsuron]

Remember when George Santos was the first man to land on the moon? A true American hero!

[cecilialeon]

WHY...people in Congress...are putting up with this man!!!.. WHY?.. Simple So Incomprehensible...😊

[armchair]

The public has accused politics of being full of BS for years. We are so used to it that when someone like Santos stands up and confirms it, there is nothing done about it. Once again we have a grinning crook that we can't even seem to punch in the face.

[GRANDMAPEACE]

His district is one of the most wealthy, affluent districts. How could they not have had the power to vet him before voting him into this office?

[samblackwell]

I had a friend in middle school that I discovered was a medically diagnosed chronicle liar…it crushed me. .I’d never want him to be a Congressman

[tommarion]

Thank you for this excellent piece. Very well researched and presented. Enjoyed it very much. The Germans have a word for this kind of situation. It’s called Schandenfreunde. Enjoyment at somebody’s else misery. But this situation really deserves this phrase. I really enjoy Georgie Boy’s misery at finally getting held accountable.

[darlakay]

I enjoyed this report BUT the background music was so loud at times I could barely hear the speaking parts. Otherwise great reporting! I hope Santos goes to jail over all these allegations!

[joope]

This guy is simply delusional. Santos: my company, you don't have anything

[jimi]

He has the guts to say he's not quitting because he is protected by the Republican law makers!!! This tells so much who the Republican lawmakers are right? And you're still a Republican?

[patcomerford]

"You reap what you sow"; you get what you vote for. The voters did not educate themselves about this liar. It is irresponsible to totally blame this thief, the voter has the responsibilty to inform themself.

[tommarion]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣So some people still don’t want to kick out Santos????Man, I want to be a Congressman!! Make all that money and don’t do in America!!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[L-Waggy]

This man is one of the last Jedi left in our galaxy. Show some respect.

[christopherrobinson]

Alternate name for this video: “George Santos: the drag queen, the lies, and punishment. “
😂😂

[MrAntonnio]

This guy should be Trumps VP just unreal only in America

[davidbradshaw]

Well done republicans! You sure know how to vet candidates .... nationwide. Disgraceful on all counts.

[neilbruce]

How in the hell was he not background-checked by the NY REPUBLICAN PARTY!

[georgionw]

Kinda amazing what he was able to do without being caught earlier

[bookbwitched]

you haven't seen it yet, The Behavior Panel's full review of Piers Morgan's interview with George Santos is awesome. The longer version has a lovely surprise at the end