Former Long Island congressman George Santos, who faced disgrace following his fraud convictions, is back on the celebrity platform Cameo. On Saturday, he proclaimed he was “fresh out of prison” and eager to make money again thanks to a presidential pardon.
Santos, aged 37, once convicted of fraud, has returned to Cameo where he has already made upwards of $600,000. This comeback comes just three months after he was imprisoned for wire fraud and identity theft.
Unapologetically, he promoted his Cameo return on social media, where fans can pay $300 or more for personalized messages, including birthday greetings, motivational words, and even wedding speeches. Notably, businesses can secure a licensed “selfie-style video” from Santos for a starting fee of $5,000.
In a jubilant announcement, he declared, “I’m back!!!” This came only a day after his lawyer requested some privacy for Santos to, perhaps, take a moment to “decompress” after his release.
Santos shared that sushi was his first meal after prison, accompanying it with a message on social media that he’s now here “to bring a smile to your face!” He acknowledged, “I’m far from perfect. I’ve made mistakes…” but emphasized his faith in God.
His initial Cameo message, celebrating the birthday of a former Trump staffer, featured him humorously mentioning his recent prison time.
His personal business was on hold during his incarceration at the Federal Correctional Facility in Fairton, New Jersey. Released Friday evening, this came after President Trump commuted his seven-year prison term.
Santos expressed gratitude toward Trump, crediting him for providing a “second chance at life.” He reflected that, “no mistake… can take away the possibility of renewal,” acknowledging his quick release after serving just 84 days of an 87-month sentence.
Following his guilty plea to various charges, Santos admitted that he and his finance director had submitted falsified donor information to federal authorities to secure additional public funding. Misused funds were surprisingly spent on personal luxuries like OnlyFans subscriptions and Botox.
His lengthy list of fabrications led to his expulsion from Congress in 2023, which included claims about his heritage, notably stating he was from a Jewish family.
He once tried to clarify, “I have never claimed to be Jewish; I described myself as ‘Jewish’ because of my mother’s background.”
When reached for comment, Santos simply wished the caller a nice day before hanging up. Earlier, he had instructed press members to direct questions regarding his sentence commutation to him directly, expressing a willingness to address any tough questions as part of his healing process.
Your attorney mentioned that Santos requires some time to recover from his “traumatic experience” in prison, emphasizing respect for his and his family’s privacy at this moment.
During his time behind bars, Santos mentioned the uncomfortable conditions, detailing the unappealing uniforms and faulty air conditioning at the facility.
He noted that his conversation with Trump inspired him to engage in good deeds and aim to reform the U.S. prison system, expressing a desire to foster connections rather than divisions.
