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Who Will Replace Robert Menendez in the Senate?

Democrats are now focused on who will serve out Senator Robert Menendez's Senate term after his resignation.
Governor Philip D. Murphy will decide on Menendez's replacement, who will serve until his term ends on Jan. 3.

Menendez Will Resign From Senate, Avoiding an Ugly, Intraparty Battle

Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey plans to resign in August due to intense pressure following his federal bribery conviction, allowing Democrats to avoid a contentious battle over his seat.

Who Will Replace Robert Menendez in the Senate?

Democrats are now focused on who will serve out Senator Robert Menendez's Senate term after his resignation.
Governor Philip D. Murphy will decide on Menendez's replacement, who will serve until his term ends on Jan. 3.

Menendez Will Resign From Senate, Avoiding an Ugly, Intraparty Battle

Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey plans to resign in August due to intense pressure following his federal bribery conviction, allowing Democrats to avoid a contentious battle over his seat.
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Ethics Committee Moves Swiftly to Tee Up Possible Expulsion of Menendez

The Senate Ethics Committee is conducting an inquiry into Senator Menendez for potential expulsion after his federal bribery conviction.
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U.S. Agriculture Official Says Menendez Told Him to Stop Interfering'

Senator Menendez allegedly used political influence for personal gain, as testified by a USDA official during his bribery trial.

Loan or Bribe? Menendez Jurors Hear About $23,568 Mortgage Payoff.

Senator Menendez's wife dropped names in a meeting where a lawyer paid off her delinquent mortgage, without mentioning the senator's involvement.

Who Are Key Players in the Menendez Case?

Senator Robert Menendez and his wife are accused of participating in a bribery scheme exchanging political favors for money and gifts.

Key Question in Menendez Case: Did He Know About Alleged Mercedes Deal?

Jose Uribe is the prosecution's key witness in Senator Robert Menendez's federal corruption trial.

Formula 1 Tickets and a Fixation on Gold: Menendez Trial Takeaways

Senator Menendez is facing corruption charges and his lawyers are expected to begin rebutting the case after government witnesses testify.

U.S. Agriculture Official Says Menendez Told Him to Stop Interfering'

Senator Menendez allegedly used political influence for personal gain, as testified by a USDA official during his bribery trial.

Loan or Bribe? Menendez Jurors Hear About $23,568 Mortgage Payoff.

Senator Menendez's wife dropped names in a meeting where a lawyer paid off her delinquent mortgage, without mentioning the senator's involvement.

Who Are Key Players in the Menendez Case?

Senator Robert Menendez and his wife are accused of participating in a bribery scheme exchanging political favors for money and gifts.

Key Question in Menendez Case: Did He Know About Alleged Mercedes Deal?

Jose Uribe is the prosecution's key witness in Senator Robert Menendez's federal corruption trial.

Formula 1 Tickets and a Fixation on Gold: Menendez Trial Takeaways

Senator Menendez is facing corruption charges and his lawyers are expected to begin rebutting the case after government witnesses testify.
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Defense Blames Senator Menendez's Wife as Bribery Trial Starts

Blame for bribery charges on Senator Menendez placed on his wife, who hid her dire finances and source of income from him.

Prosecutors Are Trying to Sell You a Story, Menendez Lawyer Tells Jury

Senator Robert Menendez's lawyer accuses prosecutors of building a case on half-truths and unsupported inferences.

Defense Blames Senator Menendez's Wife as Bribery Trial Starts

Blame for bribery charges on Senator Menendez placed on his wife, who hid her dire finances and source of income from him.

Prosecutors Are Trying to Sell You a Story, Menendez Lawyer Tells Jury

Senator Robert Menendez's lawyer accuses prosecutors of building a case on half-truths and unsupported inferences.
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Robert Menendez's Corruption Trial Opens: 5 Takeaways

Prosecutors accuse Senator Menendez of trading power for gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz.

Robert Menendez's Trial Is Set to Begin, With a Sprawling Web of Charges

Senator Robert Menendez's corruption trial begins in Manhattan, away from his home turf in New Jersey.

Menendez's Bribery Trial Puts Scrutiny on His Motives and His Marriage

Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey faces trial charged with bribery, implicating his wife as a key collaborator in the alleged corruption scheme.

Senator Menendez and His Wife Will Be Tried Separately in Bribery Case

Senator Robert Menendez's corruption trial is scheduled for May 6, while his wife will be tried separately later due to a medical condition.
Prosecutors did not oppose a delay in the trial until summer but argued against trying the Menendezes separately to avoid two lengthy trials.

Robert Menendez's Corruption Trial Opens: 5 Takeaways

Prosecutors accuse Senator Menendez of trading power for gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz.

Robert Menendez's Trial Is Set to Begin, With a Sprawling Web of Charges

Senator Robert Menendez's corruption trial begins in Manhattan, away from his home turf in New Jersey.

Menendez's Bribery Trial Puts Scrutiny on His Motives and His Marriage

Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey faces trial charged with bribery, implicating his wife as a key collaborator in the alleged corruption scheme.

Senator Menendez and His Wife Will Be Tried Separately in Bribery Case

Senator Robert Menendez's corruption trial is scheduled for May 6, while his wife will be tried separately later due to a medical condition.
Prosecutors did not oppose a delay in the trial until summer but argued against trying the Menendezes separately to avoid two lengthy trials.
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Menendez Won't Run as Democrat but Leaves Door Open to Independent Bid

Senator Robert Menendez announced he will not seek re-election as a Democrat amidst federal charges.
Menendez is open to running as an independent if cleared, highlighting his hope for exoneration.
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Robert Menendez and Wife Are Charged With Obstruction of Justice

Senator Robert Menendez and his wife, Nadine Menendez face new obstruction of justice charges.
Fifth defendant pleads guilty and cooperates with the government's investigation.

Prosecutors in Menendez Bribery Trial Rest Their Case

Federal prosecutors rested their case against Senator Robert Menendez accused of conspiracy and bribery.

Robert Menendez and Wife Are Charged With Obstruction of Justice

Senator Robert Menendez and his wife, Nadine Menendez face new obstruction of justice charges.
Fifth defendant pleads guilty and cooperates with the government's investigation.

Prosecutors in Menendez Bribery Trial Rest Their Case

Federal prosecutors rested their case against Senator Robert Menendez accused of conspiracy and bribery.
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New Menendez Details: A Diamond Ring, a James Bond' Phone and Covid Tests

Senator Robert Menendez and his future wife, Nadine Menendez, were involved in an elaborate bribery scheme.
The bribery scheme involved a diamond engagement ring that was part of a source of infighting between co-defendants.

Menendez Tells Allies He Is Considering Resigning After Conviction

Senator Menendez may consider resigning from Congress after conviction to avoid expulsion amidst significant pressure from fellow Democrats.

Senator Menendez Convicted of Corruption in Broad International Conspiracy

Senator Robert Menendez convicted of bribery and faces potential prison time.

New Menendez Details: A Diamond Ring, a James Bond' Phone and Covid Tests

Senator Robert Menendez and his future wife, Nadine Menendez, were involved in an elaborate bribery scheme.
The bribery scheme involved a diamond engagement ring that was part of a source of infighting between co-defendants.

Menendez Tells Allies He Is Considering Resigning After Conviction

Senator Menendez may consider resigning from Congress after conviction to avoid expulsion amidst significant pressure from fellow Democrats.

Senator Menendez Convicted of Corruption in Broad International Conspiracy

Senator Robert Menendez convicted of bribery and faces potential prison time.
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Menendez Lashed Out on the Senate Floor. Now, He's Fighting Back in Court.

Lawyers for Senator Menendez have asked for the dismissal of his indictment, claiming that prosecutors are criminalizing legislative activity and violating constitutional protections for members of Congress.
The defense team's legal brief provides insight into their strategy for the upcoming trial and addresses the accusations made by prosecutors, calling them false and distorted.

Formula 1 Tickets and a Fixation on Gold: Menendez Trial Takeaways

Senator Robert Menendez faces corruption charges related to bribes from friends and foreign governments, becoming the first senator in American history to be indicted twice in separate bribery cases.

Menendez Lashed Out on the Senate Floor. Now, He's Fighting Back in Court.

Lawyers for Senator Menendez have asked for the dismissal of his indictment, claiming that prosecutors are criminalizing legislative activity and violating constitutional protections for members of Congress.
The defense team's legal brief provides insight into their strategy for the upcoming trial and addresses the accusations made by prosecutors, calling them false and distorted.

Formula 1 Tickets and a Fixation on Gold: Menendez Trial Takeaways

Senator Robert Menendez faces corruption charges related to bribes from friends and foreign governments, becoming the first senator in American history to be indicted twice in separate bribery cases.
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Andy Kim Wins Democratic Primary for the U.S. Senate

Rep. Andy Kim won the Democratic nomination for Senate in New Jersey, potentially becoming the first Korean American U.S. Senator.

Menendez Has Been Convicted. What Happens Next?

Senator Robert Menendez vows to appeal his conviction on multiple charges of bribery, extortion, and obstruction of justice.

Menendez Defense Rests Without Senator Testifying

Senator Menendez's defense lawyers rested their case in his bribery conspiracy trial after calling only four witnesses.

What Happens When a Defendant Gets Covid-19 During Trial?

The trial of Senator Robert Menendez was paused due to a co-defendant testing positive for Covid-19, affecting the legal proceedings significantly.

A Former Close Friend of Senator Menendez Testifies Against Him

Philip R. Sellinger testified in Senator Robert Menendez's bribery trial. Allegations include discussions of job promotion tied to dropping a case, highlighting political influence and corruption.
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