Senator Bob Menendez Announces Resignation Following Corruption Conviction

The New Jersey Democrat steps down as pressure mounts from party leaders and a conviction on multiple federal charges looms.

Menendez will officially resign on August 20, 2024, after being convicted on 16 federal charges, including bribery and acting as an agent for Egypt.
The resignation temporarily reduces the Democratic majority in the Senate until a replacement is appointed by Governor Phil Murphy.
Menendez, who plans to appeal the verdict, faces decades in prison with sentencing scheduled for October 29.
The conviction marks the collapse of a long political career that began in New Jersey's local government and extended to prominent roles in the Senate.
Democratic Representative Andy Kim is running for Menendez's seat in the upcoming November election and is favored to win.