Rep George Santos and Rep Jeff Jackson
George Santos (left) and Jeff Jackson (right).
  • George Santos will remain in office — with the help of some Democratic colleagues.
  • One of the 31 Democrats who voted to spare George Santos explained why.
  • Rep. Jeff Jackson wrote on Reddit that he's worried kicking Santos out before an ethics probe finishes would set a dangerous precedent.

Embattled Republican lawmaker George Santos isn't going to be kicked out of Congress yet, thanks in part to 31 Democrats who voted against his expulsion on Wednesday .