Senator Menendez was convicted of a bribery scheme involving cash, gold bars, and gifts in exchange for political favors. The plot benefited Egypt and an American citizen seeking to establish a halal meat certification company.
Menendez allegedly used his influence to steer weapons and aid to Egypt in exchange for bribes. He was also accused of aiding in resolving a U.S.-Egyptian dispute over a military aid cut due to an incident involving an American tourist.
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