Embattled Rep. George Santos has sent thank you notes to members of Congress who voted against expelling him from the House earlier this week, according to a copy of the note obtained by POLITICO.
“I want to sincerely emphasize that I know that your vote was not done for me, but for the sanctity of this institution and the possibility of setting a very dangerous precedent,” Santos (R-N.Y.) wrote in the letter.
More than 30 House Democrats voted against a motion, led by New York Republicans, to expel the indicted Santos largely citing due process concerns. Several dozen House Republicans voted in favor of the push earlier this week.
Olivia Beavers contributed.
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