Overview

• Menendez aims to collect up to 10,000 signatures by the June 4 deadline to bolster his independent candidacy.
• His trial involves allegations of accepting bribes in exchange for promoting Egyptian interests.
• Menendez's presence in the race could complicate Democratic efforts to retain the Senate seat.
• New Jersey's primaries will see Rep. Andy Kim likely win the Democratic nomination.
• Menendez's campaign fundraising efforts are partly to cover his substantial legal expenses.