Menendez Convicted in Corruption Trial, Schumer Comments
Jury Finds Senator Guilty on All Counts
Breaking News Update
A jury on Tuesday found Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) guilty on all counts in his federal corruption trial, marking a historic verdict.
Menendez, a powerful Democrat and former chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, was accused of accepting bribes from a wealthy eye doctor in exchange for using his influence to promote the doctor's business interests.
The jury's verdict came after a months-long trial that included testimony from dozens of witnesses.
In a statement, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said, "I am disappointed by the jury's verdict in the case of Senator Menendez. He has always maintained his innocence, and I respect his decision to appeal the conviction."
Menendez is running for re-election to his New Jersey seat as an independent. His conviction does not preclude him from serving in the Senate, but it could hurt his chances of winning re-election.
The verdict is a major setback for Menendez, who has served in the Senate since 2006 and is considered a rising star in the Democratic Party.
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