"Senator Menendez's Legal Strategy: Potential Blame on Wife in Bribery Trial"
TL;DR
Sen. Bob Menendez may use communications with his wife, Nadine, as part of his defense in his upcoming bribery trial, potentially pointing the finger at her for withholding information or leading him to believe nothing unlawful was taking place. The couple have requested to face trial separately as they are accused of acting as agents of foreign governments in exchange for bribes.
- Bob Menendez May Point Finger at His Wife During Bribery Trial: Report The Daily Beast
- Sen. Bob Menendez may blame his wife Nadine during federal corruption trial: court docs Fox News
- Senator Menendez, Charged in Bribery Scheme, May Blame His Wife The New York Times
- Sen. Bob Menendez may blame alleged crimes on wife if he testifies: Court documents NBC New York
- Menendez's legal strategy may include blaming his wife, unsealed document says The Washington Post
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