"Sen. Bob Menendez Opts Out of Democratic Reelection Bid, Considers Independent Run"
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Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey announced that he won't run in the Democratic primary due to federal corruption charges, but left open the possibility of running as an independent if exonerated. His decision sets the stage for Rep. Andy Kim and New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy to vie for the party's nomination. Menendez and his wife are facing bribery charges, and his retreat from the primary comes as Democrats compete to maintain control of the Senate.
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- NJ Sen. Bob Menendez teases independent reelection campaign USA TODAY
- Senator Bob Menendez Won’t Run for Reelection as a Democrat National Review
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