George Santos Under Investigation For Brokering $19 Million Yacht Deal Between Donors
Federal and state investigators are probing a $19 million yacht sale Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) brokered between two of his donors, The New York Times reported, part of a sweeping probe into the embattled congressman’s campaign finances—though it’s unclear if Santos violated any laws in arranging the deal.
Santos reportedly arranged for Long Island auto dealer Raymond Tantillo to buy the 141-foot superyacht from Mayra Ruiz, the wife of Miami lawyer and businessman John Ruiz, in September, the Times reported Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the investigation.
Tantillo donated more than $17,000 to Santos’ campaign and committees supporting him, while his wife and ex-wife gave $5,000 each, according to the Times, which reported that Mayra Ruiz gave $10,800 to Santos’ joint fundraising committee in March last year.
Santos asked Tantillo for additional donations during the yacht sale negotiations, the Times reported, citing a person familiar with the sale, but Tantillo did not grant the request.
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