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Menendez Accused of Providing Favors and Sensitive Information After Dodging Prior Corruption Charges

  • Menendez allegedly provided arms sales approval to Egyptians after escaping conviction in a prior corruption case.

  • His then-girlfriend was allegedly a conduit for bribes from businessmen seeking his influence.

  • Menendez allegedly gave sensitive U.S. info to Egyptians and lobbied for aid to Egypt.

  • He allegedly tried to influence investigations on behalf of businessmen providing bribes.

  • Bribes allegedly included cash, furniture, gold bars, and home goods worth thousands.

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