Rep. George Santos petitions court to remove travel restrictions in Washington, DC.

Rep. George Santos, who has been facing federal charges since May, has requested the federal judge overseeing his case to modify his pretrial travel restrictions. The congressman's lawyer, Joseph Murray, sent a letter to U.S. Magistrate Judge Anne Shields on Wednesday, stating that Santos has a "good faith basis" for seeking a change in the conditions of his release.

The current restrictions limit Santos' travel to within Washington, D.C., Long Island, and New York City. However, the defense argues that due to the relatively small geographic area of Washington, D.C., there is a frequent need for Santos to travel outside of the district for everyday activities and obligations. These activities include dining, shopping, attending meetings, events, and even the use of local airports.

The request to ease the travel restrictions comes as Santos continues to live and work in the District of Columbia, and his legal team emphasizes the necessity for him to conduct regular functions required by his position. The court's decision on the matter remains pending as the case progresses.

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