Senator Menendez Faces Renewed Federal Corruption Charges, Pressure to Resign
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Sen. Bob Menendez faces federal corruption charges related to allegations he took bribes from a Florida doctor and NJ businessmen in exchange for political favors. He denies wrongdoing.
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Menendez has beaten federal charges before, but now faces backlash from NJ Democratic leaders who urge him to resign, seeing the latest charges as too serious.
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Prosecutors allege Menendez took lavish gifts like a luxury car, vacation stays, and even gold bars from a businessman seeking political favors.
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Menendez blames the charges on political betrayal, denies violating public trust despite a history of shady local NJ politics, and vows he can still win reelection.
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Support in the Cuban American community remains steadfast, valuing Menendez's advocacy, but newer immigrant groups are less loyal given the severity of the accusations.