Rep. George Santos Steps Down , From House Committee Assignments.<br />NBC News reports that Santos recused himself from assignments for the House Small Business and Science committees on Jan. 31.<br />He says that he did so "to prevent from being a distraction" amid investigations into his finances and other matters.<br />The representative is being investigated <br />by the Nassau County district attorney <br />and NY federal prosecutors. .<br />Federal authorities are reportedly looking into his finances, specifically any irregularities regarding financial disclosures and campaign loans.<br />The NY attorney general's office is also "looking into a number of issues.".<br />In December, 'The New York Times' <br />published an investigation claiming <br />much of Santos' résumé was a lie.<br />Alleged fabrications include graduating from <br />Baruch College, previously working for Goldman Sachs <br />and Citigroup and owning numerous properties.<br />According to NBC News, Santos also lied about his mother being in the World Trade Center at the time of the 9/11 attacks.<br />Immigration records show that she was actually living in Brazil at the time.<br />A new poll conducted by Newsday and Siena College shows that in Santos' district, 78% of voters feel he should resign from Congress
