WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep.-elect George Santos’ serial fabrications about his life story sets up a key test for Republican leader Kevin McCarthy, who’s struggling to win next week’s vote for House speaker.
McCarthy has little margin for error in his quest as a handful of Republicans seek to block his elevation to the top post in the U.S. House. Congressional leaders in the past have asked for ethics inquiries when issues of credibility have emerged, but McCarthy hasn’t indicated he would seek an Ethics Committee ruling.
In recent interviews, Santos, a Republican, admitted he made up job stints at big banks, college degrees and property ownership after The New York Times revealed the facts last week.
