Sen. Bob Menendez and Wife Charged in Bribery Scheme Involving Egypt

Federal prosecutors allege Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine, accepted bribes including a diamond ring and cash for political favors to Egypt.

Prosecutors claim Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine, used a '007' phone and accepted bribes, including a diamond ring, for political favors.
The bribery scheme allegedly benefited the Egyptian government, with bribes totaling $150,000.
Evidence includes secret recordings, cash, and gold bars found in the Menendez home.
All defendants, including the Menendez couple and businessman Wael Hana, have pleaded not guilty.
The case has sparked significant attention, with Menendez asserting his innocence and questioning the indictment's portrayal.