Bob Menendez Reportedly Confirms His Resignation
Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez reportedly confirmed to fellow Democratic lawmakers he will resign from his position following his conviction in a federal bribery trial, two sources familiar with the matter told…
Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez reportedly confirmed to fellow Democratic lawmakers he will resign from his position following his conviction in a federal bribery trial, two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News.
The Democratic senator was convicted Tuesday on all 16 counts of his involvement in abribery andcorruptionscheme, involving three New Jersey businessmen and the Egyptian government. Over the last few months Menendez has been facing mounting pressure from fellow Democratic lawmakers, as sources close to the matter say he’s reportedly made calls to his allies about his intention to step down, according to NBC News.
The resignation from Menendez would ultimately end his three-decades in Politics after undergoing a criminal trial over allegations of corruption.
Menendez was indicted March 5 after an investigation found more than $480,000 incash, aluxury vehicle that was purchased by the businessmen for his wife, and over $100,000 ofgold bars, the investigation filing stated.
Following the verdict, Menendez stated he was “deeply disappointed by the jury’s decision,” noting his optimism in his legal team’s appeal for the case.