New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted on All Corruption Charges
Federal Jury Finds Senator Guilty in Bribery and Corruption Case
Trial Ends with Guilty Verdicts on All 16 Counts
A federal jury in Manhattan has found Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) guilty on all 16 counts of corruption charges. The verdict ends a month-long trial that has rocked the political world in New Jersey and beyond.
The charges against Menendez include bribery, fraud, and filing false tax returns. Prosecutors accused the Senator of accepting bribes from a wealthy donor, Dr. Salomon Melgen, in exchange for political favors. Menendez was also accused of failing to report thousands of dollars of gifts from Melgen on his tax returns.
The Senator has vehemently denied the charges and is vowing to appeal the conviction. In a statement following the verdict, Menendez said he was "disappointed and heartbroken" by the outcome and that he "will fight for my innocence." He also thanked his supporters and said he would continue to serve the people of New Jersey.
The guilty verdict is a major blow to Menendez's political career. He is seeking reelection to the Senate in November, and the conviction will likely hurt his chances of winning.
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