Guilty On All Counts

Bob Menendez Found Guilty in Corruption Trial, Faces Senate Expulsion

Guilty on All Counts

A federal jury in New Jersey has found Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) guilty on all seven counts in his corruption trial, including bribery and conspiracy.

Senate Career in Jeopardy

Menendez faces a possible expulsion from the Senate after the guilty verdict. The Senate Ethics Committee is already investigating the charges against him, and a vote to expel him could come as early as this fall.

Calls for Resignation

The trial's outcome has prompted a chorus of Democrats to call on Menendez to resign, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. However, Menendez has not indicated that he plans to step down.

Convicted Felon

As a convicted felon, Menendez is now barred from holding federal office. This means that even if he is not expelled from the Senate, he cannot run for reelection in 2024.

Conclusion

Bob Menendez's political career is in ruins after his conviction on federal corruption charges. The once-rising star of the Democratic Party is now a convicted felon facing expulsion from the Senate. His downfall serves as a reminder that no one, not even a powerful senator, is above the law.