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Senator Menendez Found Guilty of Corruption in Landmark Case

The New Jersey senator faces expulsion and decades in prison after being convicted on 16 counts, including bribery and acting as a foreign agent.

  • Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democrats call for Menendez's resignation or expulsion.
  • Menendez maintains his innocence and plans to appeal the conviction, which includes charges of bribery, extortion, and wire fraud.
  • If Menendez does not resign, the Senate may vote to expel him, a rare and complex process requiring a two-thirds majority.
  • New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy would appoint a temporary replacement if Menendez's seat is vacated.
  • Menendez's wife, Nadine, also faces charges but her trial has been delayed indefinitely due to health issues.
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