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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Karen Matthews and Wayne Parry

Report: FBI investigating Santos fundraiser for sick dog

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

Federal authorities are investigating a military veteran's claim that U.S. Rep. George Santos raised $3,000 for life-saving surgery for his pet dog several years ago, then never turned over the money for the animal's care, according to a published report.

U.S. Navy veteran Richard Osthoff told Politico on Wednesday that two FBI agents contacted him after he went public last month with his story about his experiences with Santos in 2016.

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