Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted on 16 Felony Counts Including Bribery and Acting as Foreign Agent

Menendez plans to appeal the verdict while facing calls for resignation from top Democrats.

Conviction marks the first time a U.S. senator has been found guilty of acting as a foreign agent.
Menendez and his wife were found guilty of accepting bribes including gold bars and a luxury car.
The Supreme Court's history of overturning political corruption cases adds uncertainty to Menendez's appeal.
Menendez's case highlights the DOJ's intensified focus on foreign influence and corruption.
Senate Republicans have not joined Democrats in calling for Menendez's resignation.