Menendez, Convicted of Taking Bribes, Ends Race for Re-election
Senator Robert Menendez has withdrawn from re-election after being convicted of corruption, marking the end of his political career.
Andy Kim Wins Democratic Senate Primary in New Jersey
Andy Kim secured Democratic Senate nomination in New Jersey, facing against Menendez as independent, raising prospects for a competitive general election.
Menendez, Convicted of Taking Bribes, Ends Race for Re-election
Senator Robert Menendez has withdrawn from re-election after being convicted of corruption, marking the end of his political career.
Andy Kim Wins Democratic Senate Primary in New Jersey
Andy Kim secured Democratic Senate nomination in New Jersey, facing against Menendez as independent, raising prospects for a competitive general election.
Senator Menendez, Charged in Bribery Scheme, May Blame His Wife
Senator Menendez may blame his wife for involvement in a criminal conspiracy, potentially revealing communications that could exonerate him but incriminate her.
Businessman Who Admitted to Trying to Bribe Menendez Expected to Testify
Jose Uribe, a previously obscure businessman, has become a star government witness after pleading guilty to attempting to bribe Senator Robert Menendez, in exchange for cooperating with authorities.
F.B.I. Ransacked' My Home and Broke Down Doors, Menendez Says
Federal agents conducted five searches of Senator Menendez's property and electronic devices during a federal investigation into allegations of accepting bribes.
Menendez's lawyers argue that the warrants for the searches should be tossed out, claiming that prosecutors distorted evidence and misled the judges who issued the warrants.
Secret Details in Menendez Court Filings Are Made Public
A court document reveals that a senior federal law enforcement official in New Jersey has no memory of discussing cases with Senator Robert Menendez, contradicting the accusations against him.
Lawyers for Menendez argue that prosecutors manufactured a narrative based on speculation, cherry-picking, and innuendo to charge the senator and his wife with bribery.
Senator Menendez, Charged in Bribery Scheme, May Blame His Wife
Senator Menendez may blame his wife for involvement in a criminal conspiracy, potentially revealing communications that could exonerate him but incriminate her.
Businessman Who Admitted to Trying to Bribe Menendez Expected to Testify
Jose Uribe, a previously obscure businessman, has become a star government witness after pleading guilty to attempting to bribe Senator Robert Menendez, in exchange for cooperating with authorities.
F.B.I. Ransacked' My Home and Broke Down Doors, Menendez Says
Federal agents conducted five searches of Senator Menendez's property and electronic devices during a federal investigation into allegations of accepting bribes.
Menendez's lawyers argue that the warrants for the searches should be tossed out, claiming that prosecutors distorted evidence and misled the judges who issued the warrants.
Secret Details in Menendez Court Filings Are Made Public
A court document reveals that a senior federal law enforcement official in New Jersey has no memory of discussing cases with Senator Robert Menendez, contradicting the accusations against him.
Lawyers for Menendez argue that prosecutors manufactured a narrative based on speculation, cherry-picking, and innuendo to charge the senator and his wife with bribery.
Menendez, in Defiant Speech, Says Bribery Case Against Him Is Baseless'
Senator Menendez denies charges of accepting bribes and accuses the Justice Department of targeting him in a smear campaign.
He warns his colleagues that they could be next and criticizes the government's approach as potentially criminalizing advocating for foreign governments.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges Against Menendez on Grounds of Immunity
Judge refused to dismiss bribery charges against Senator Menendez based on constitutional protections for members of Congress
Mr. Menendez's trial may be delayed due to the potential appeal of the ruling
Menendez, in Defiant Speech, Says Bribery Case Against Him Is Baseless'
Senator Menendez denies charges of accepting bribes and accuses the Justice Department of targeting him in a smear campaign.
He warns his colleagues that they could be next and criticizes the government's approach as potentially criminalizing advocating for foreign governments.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges Against Menendez on Grounds of Immunity
Judge refused to dismiss bribery charges against Senator Menendez based on constitutional protections for members of Congress
Mr. Menendez's trial may be delayed due to the potential appeal of the ruling
Informant in Menendez Bribery Investigation Made Secret Recordings
Prosecutors in the Robert Menendez case have disclosed the use of a confidential informant who made recordings of conversations and shared details with investigators.
The court document does not indicate if the specific dinner meeting was recorded.
Menendez Faces a New Charge: Aiding the Qatari Government
Sen. Robert Menendez has been charged with using his power to help the government of Qatar in exchange for bribes from a New Jersey developer.
The new indictment suggests that Menendez and his wife took steps to cover up the alleged bribery by attempting to repay the bribes and creating false documentation.
What We Know About the Menendez Bribery Case
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey is facing charges of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors and attempting to derail criminal investigations.
Prosecutors have accused Menendez of using his power to aid the government of Qatar, as well as acting as an agent of Egypt while serving as chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Menendez Faces a New Charge: Aiding the Qatari Government
Sen. Robert Menendez has been charged with using his power to help the government of Qatar in exchange for bribes from a New Jersey developer.
The new indictment suggests that Menendez and his wife took steps to cover up the alleged bribery by attempting to repay the bribes and creating false documentation.
What We Know About the Menendez Bribery Case
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey is facing charges of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors and attempting to derail criminal investigations.
Prosecutors have accused Menendez of using his power to aid the government of Qatar, as well as acting as an agent of Egypt while serving as chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey convicted in a vast international bribery scheme.
Boiled Frog Journalism: Is Trump an Agent of Saudi Arabia, and Other Pressing Questions Buried under Biden's Age - emptywheel
The verdict against Robert Menendez marks the DOJ's first successful conviction under 18 USC 219, focusing on working for a foreign country while in Congress.
The article raises questions about Donald Trump's potential connections to Saudi Arabia, highlighting various deals involving Trump and his family receiving millions.
Senator Menendez Was Convicted of Corruption
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey convicted in a vast international bribery scheme.
Boiled Frog Journalism: Is Trump an Agent of Saudi Arabia, and Other Pressing Questions Buried under Biden's Age - emptywheel
The verdict against Robert Menendez marks the DOJ's first successful conviction under 18 USC 219, focusing on working for a foreign country while in Congress.
The article raises questions about Donald Trump's potential connections to Saudi Arabia, highlighting various deals involving Trump and his family receiving millions.
Corruption Verdict Could Decide How Menendez's Senate Career Ends
The outcome of Robert Menendez's corruption trial will likely determine whether he will resign, face expulsion, or run for re-election as an independent.