Senate Ethics Committee Reviews Sen. Menendez's Conduct Post-Bribery Conviction
The committee's unanimous decision could lead to censure or expulsion of the New Jersey senator.
- Sen. Bob Menendez was found guilty of accepting bribes from New Jersey businessmen to influence foreign relations and investigations.
- The Senate Ethics Committee has initiated an adjudicatory review of Menendez's alleged rule violations.
- Possible disciplinary actions include censure or expulsion, with a two-thirds Senate vote required for expulsion.
- Menendez has filed to run for his seat as an independent amid calls from fellow Democrats to resign.
- The committee aims to complete the review promptly and submit a report with recommendations.