Overview

• Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democrats call for Menendez's resignation or expulsion.
• Menendez maintains his innocence and plans to appeal the conviction, which includes charges of bribery, extortion, and wire fraud.
• If Menendez does not resign, the Senate may vote to expel him, a rare and complex process requiring a two-thirds majority.
• New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy would appoint a temporary replacement if Menendez's seat is vacated.
• Menendez's wife, Nadine, also faces charges but her trial has been delayed indefinitely due to health issues.