Former Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., on Thursday claimed that his potential pardon was blocked by House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Santos was sentenced in April to seven years in prison for committing wire fraud and aggravated identity theft after it was revealed he had fabricated much of his life story and defrauded supporters of campaign contributions. He will have to pay over $500,000 in restitution to multiple victims.

Santos on Wednesday posted a lengthy posted warning of any nefarious dealings that may happen to him in prison.

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