Senator Bob Menendez Plans to Run as an Independent Amid Federal Bribery Charges

Published: 22 March 2024 at 00:09

Senator Bob Menendez announced his intention to run for a fourth term in New Jersey as an independent, facing federal bribery charges which he denies. He hopes for exoneration before the general election and aims to run as an independent Democrat. Menendez has been accused of obstructing justice and taking bribes including cash, gold bars, and a luxury car to benefit Egypt. Despite calls from some Democratic colleagues to resign, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has not insisted on Menendez stepping down.

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