Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Sentence for Former Senator Bob Menendez in Historic Corruption Case

Menendez, convicted of bribery and acting as a foreign agent, faces sentencing on January 29 after being found guilty of abusing his Senate role for personal gain.

Bob Menendez, the former Democratic senator from New Jersey, was convicted on 16 counts, including bribery and serving as a foreign agent while in office.
Prosecutors uncovered evidence of Menendez accepting bribes in the form of gold bars, cash, and a luxury car in exchange for political favors to benefit Egypt and Qatar.
This case marks the first time a U.S. senator has been convicted of acting as a foreign agent and abusing a Senate committee leadership position.
Menendez's co-defendants, Wael Hana and Fred Daibes, were also convicted, with prosecutors recommending 10 and 9 years of imprisonment for them, respectively.
Defense attorneys have requested leniency for Menendez, citing his age, health, and personal losses, while prosecutors emphasize the unprecedented gravity of his crimes.