Sen. Bob Menendez's Defense Shifts Blame to Wife in Corruption Trial
Menendez claims ignorance of gold bars and cash found at home, pointing to wife's involvement.
- Photos reveal cash and gold bars seized from Menendez's home during FBI raid.
- Menendez's lawyers argue his wife, Nadine, kept him in the dark about the hidden assets.
- Friends describe Nadine as ill and isolated, not capable of masterminding corruption.
- Prosecutors allege Menendez accepted bribes in exchange for political favors.
- Menendez faces trial alongside businessmen accused of benefiting from his influence.