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Former campaign treasurer for Rep. George Santos pleads guilty to federal charges

Nancy Marks, who has served as a campaign treasurer to some of New York's most powerful Republican politicians, admitted committing wire fraud and other crimes. Santos is due back in court Oct. 27.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 31: U.S. Rep. George Santos (R-NY) leaves the Capitol Hill Club as members of the press follow him on January 31, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

The former campaign treasurer who helped shepherd scandal-plagued New York Congressman George Santos into office pleaded guilty today to federal felony charges in a Long Island courtroom.

Nancy Marks could face up to five years behind bars after admitting to conspiring with a congressional candidate to

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