The New York Republican could face consequences if his campaign can’t fill the treasurer position, legal experts said.
Representative George Santos could face legal implications after his campaign’s treasurer resigned, according to legal experts.
“Every committee has to have a treasurer. It’s required by law. You basically can’t do anything without one,” he said.
Being unable to file an FEC disclosure could lead to administrative fines for the Santos campaign. But without a separate investigation elsewhere, there will not be other legal consequences from the FEC.
Attorney Marc Elias shared a similar sentiment in a tweet.
“This is a very big deal.