Who will replace George Santos in New York swing district?
by Adam Gabbatt in New York from US news | The Guardian on (#6GTPZ)
Local Democratic and Republican parties will choose their candidates for special election to fill vacant Long Island seat
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The expulsion of George Santos from Congress on Friday has ramifications beyond the New York Republican's career prospects.
The historic vote has sparked a scramble among Democrats and Republicans to elect a replacement for Santos, who was found by an ethics committee to have used campaign funds for purchases. A special election is likely to take place early next year.
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