Corruption Charges Against New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez found guilty on 16 counts of corruption including bribery and acting as a foreign agent. Facing potential 222-year sentence. Plans to pursue candidacy as an independent despite calls for resignation.

Key Points

  • Bob Menendez found guilty on 16 counts including bribery and acting as a foreign agent
  • Menendez faces potentially a maximum prison sentence of 222 years
  • Despite the guilty verdict, Menendez plans to pursue candidacy as an independent
  • Calls for resignation from Senate Democrats and consideration of expulsion under Article 1, section 5 of the U.S. Constitution
  • Comparison to past corruption cases involving New Jersey senators