Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted of Bribery and Corruption

Sen. Bob Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, was convicted on 16 felony counts in a bribery scheme involving cash, gold bars, and political favors for foreign governments and businessmen. The verdict has led to calls for his resignation, including from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Menendez, who faces potentially decades in prison, plans to appeal, maintaining his innocence. The trial revealed extensive evidence of Menendez's involvement in the scheme, including lavish gifts and attempts to influence U.S. policy and legal proceedings.