Overview

• Nadine Menendez, wife of former Senator Bob Menendez, is on trial for her alleged involvement in a bribery scheme that led to his conviction.
• Prosecutors accuse the couple of accepting cash, gold bars, and luxury items in exchange for political favors benefiting foreign interests.
• Bob Menendez, sentenced to 11 years in prison for bribery and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt, has called the trial's timing unfair due to his wife's recent breast cancer surgery.
• The defense argues Nadine Menendez lacked intent or knowledge of the alleged crimes, while prosecutors present evidence linking her to bribes, including a luxury car purchase.
• The case continues to draw attention to issues of political corruption and the influence of foreign governments in U.S. politics.