Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., was hit with 23 additional charges Tuesday, including allegations of identity theft and fraud, according to federal prosecutors in the Eastern District of New York. The charges allege that Santos and his former campaign treasurer, Nancy Marks, used individuals' personal credit card information to make unauthorized charges in support of his political campaign and submitted false financial reports to the FEC. If convicted, Santos could face up to 20 years in prison.
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Sen. Jerry Moran's reelection campaign was the victim of a cyber-criminal attack last year, resulting in two fraudulent transactions totaling $690,000. The FBI has launched an investigation into the attack, and the campaign is currently pursuing all avenues available to recover the money. It is important for businesses and individuals to take the necessary steps to protect themselves from cyber-crime.