Menendez Fundraiser Flops as Donors Shun Indicted Senator

Senator Menendez's annual fundraiser at a luxury Puerto Rico resort was largely abandoned after his recent indictment, with over half the expected donors canceling.

The senator himself skipped the opening and closing receptions, and only a handful of supporters showed up.

Menendez kept a low profile at the resort, having a solitary dinner with his wife who was also charged.

The retreat's collapse reflects the senator's sudden isolation and diminished stature as he fights corruption accusations.

With donors distancing themselves, Menendez faces challenges raising legal defense funds and money for a re-election campaign.