Fetterman Continues Criticism of Indicted Sen. Menendez, Endorses Rep. Kim for Senate Seat
The Pennsylvania senator is pushing for a resolution to ban lawmakers indicted on national security matters from attending classified briefings, amidst a contentious race for Menendez's Senate seat.
- Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) has continued his criticism of Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ), who was indicted on federal bribery charges last year, and has called for his resignation.
- Fetterman is expected to force a vote on a resolution that would ban lawmakers indicted on national security matters from attending classified briefings.
- Fetterman has endorsed Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) for Menendez's Senate seat, expressing concerns about another potential candidate, Tammy Murphy, due to her past as a Republican.
- Menendez, his wife, and business associates have been accused of accepting bribes in cash and gold bars in exchange for helping the governments of Egypt and Qatar. They have pleaded not guilty.
- The Democratic Party is facing a contentious race for Menendez's Senate seat, with Kim and Murphy already garnering high-profile endorsements and raising millions for their campaigns.