Jury Deliberates Fate of Senator Bob Menendez

Senator Bob Menendez faces 18 charges, including bribery and acting as a foreign agent in a corruption case involving two New Jersey businessmen. If convicted, the 70-year-old senator could potentially spend life in prison, ending a long political career. Prosecutors allege Menendez used his influence for personal gain, presenting visual evidence of alleged bribes during the trial. The jury, including testimony from a businessman who pleaded guilty, is expected to consider extensive evidence before reaching a verdict. Menendez's lawyers argue the gold bars and cash found were not bribe proceeds, emphasizing his family's history to counter prosecution claims.