Senator Bob Menendez Fights Back Against False Bribery Charges, Lawyers Assert Constitutional Immunity
New York, NY (AP) — Senator Bob Menendez and his lawyers are seeking the dismissal of charges, including bribery, as they argue that the claims made by New York federal prosecutors are “outrageously false” and “distort reality.” Menendez and his wife had previously pleaded not guilty after being charged with accepting bribes in exchange for using his influence to benefit three New Jersey businessmen, who have also pleaded not guilty. The indictment has been updated to include allegations that Menendez used his political power to secretly advance Egypt’s interests and assist a businessman associated with … Read more