George Santos

Fact Check: Kathy Hochul Cannot Appoint Someone to Replace George Santos in Congress

A special election must be held should a vacancy emerge.

No Labels, Big Plans

Plus: Meet George Santos’ first primary challenger.

Nemesis Is a Comedian

And all addictions lead to degradation.

Our Best Stuff from the Week We Hit the Debt Ceiling

Plus, more on George Santos and the last word (we hope) on gas stoves.

Will George Santos Face Any Consequences?

It may be up to voters in 2024 to mete out punishment to the New York Republican: A Dispatch Explainer.

The Dog Died

Curious George and the limits of populist grift.

The GOP’s George Santos Dilemma

National leaders tolerate him while New York Republicans urge him to step down.

Fake It ‘Til You Make It—All the Way to Congress

The cautionary tale of George Santos.

The George Santos Defense

‘Has not been convicted of felony fraud’ is a pretty low bar to clear.

Lying Liars and the Party That Loves Them

Who would take Republicans seriously if they showed outrage about George Santos?

The Talented Mr. Santos

How much lying is too much?