It's Thursday, November 2nd, 2023, from Peach Fish Productions.

It's the Jess Dye Mike Pesca.

And today I want to talk about two political outcomes that I want to cheer from my gut,

but I can't from my brain because of principle.

So yesterday, George Santos survived an expulsion vote.

Starting on behalf of Santos, Ms. Katara Ravant,

oh, sorry, that is the drag name of George Santos.

We were each elected to Congress because our constituents supported our pledge to uphold

the Constitution, protect their liberties, and put their needs first.

We swore with our palms to the Bible to do so.

This expulsion, unfortunately, is politically motivated by some members within this body.

They believed that by attempting to expel me, they will garner political points, capitalize

on political fundraising, and receive congratulations from those who do not approve of my voting

record.

During this Congress, we have seen the world set aflame, our allies attacked, recession

looming, crime out of control, an unprecedented border crisis, and the diminishment of American

power, prestige, and respect at home and around the globe.

On the other hand, here is Santos' neighbor, Republican representative Anthony D. Espazito

of Long Island.

Since he was elected in November of 2022, we have learned about countless lies, deceptions,

and 23 charges against Mr. Santos.

It is in the best interest of the constituents of New York III and all Americans that he

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