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Posted 9/28/2023, 3:06:30 PM

Fetterman Gives Menendez Cold Shoulder Ahead of Explanation for Corruption Charges

Sen. Fetterman gave Sen. Menendez the cold shoulder ahead of Menendez's statement to Democratic lawmakers.
Fetterman was the first Democratic senator to call for Menendez's resignation after his bribery indictment.
Fetterman said he's not interested in hearing Menendez's 'explanation' for alleged corruption like accepting gold bars and cash.
Over half of Democratic senators have said Menendez should resign despite his defiance.
Fetterman posted on social media that Menendez should resign instead of giving an 'explanation'.

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9/23/2023

Senator Menendez Charged with Bribery, Refuses to Resign Despite Calls from Democrats

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and his wife have been charged with accepting bribes from New Jersey businessmen, potentially complicating Democrats' efforts to maintain their Senate majority in the upcoming elections.

9/24/2023

Durbin Refuses to Call for Menendez Resignation After Bribery Indictment

Senator Dick Durbin declined to call on Senator Bob Menendez to resign after Menendez was indicted on federal corruption and bribery charges, stating that Menendez is entitled to the presumption of innocence and the decision to resign should be made by Menendez and his constituents.

9/24/2023

NJ Democrats Call for Sen. Menendez to Resign Over Corruption Charges

Democratic US senator from New Jersey, Bob Menendez, is facing calls for his resignation after being charged with accepting bribes, leading Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and other Democrats to call for him to step down.

9/23/2023

Fox Host Questions Timing of Menendez Charges, Draws Comparison to Bidens

Fox News host Jesse Watters compared the alleged acceptance of gold bar bribes by Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez to the behavior of President Joe Biden and his son Hunter, insinuating illegal activity by the Bidens despite no evidence of their involvement.

9/25/2023

Senator Menendez Indicted on Corruption Charges for Alleged Bribery Scheme

Senator Robert Menendez denies the bribery and corruption charges against him, stating that the money found in his home was from his personal savings and that he expects to be exonerated when all the facts are presented.

9/27/2023

Sen. Menendez Faces Bribery Charges, Pressure to Resign

Senator Bob Menendez is set to appear in federal court on charges of bribery conspiracy, including accepting payments in gold bars, cash, and a luxury car, as well as passing sensitive information to the Egyptian government.

9/28/2023

Fetterman Calls for Rare Senate Expulsion Over Menendez Bribery Charges

Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has become the first senator to support a vote to expel Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey from the Senate over federal bribery charges, although it is unlikely he will secure the two-thirds majority needed to force Menendez out of office.

10/5/2023

Sen. Menendez Indicted for Allegedly Accepting Cash and Gold Bars in Exchange for Political Favors

Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) plans to run for reelection and denies any wrongdoing amidst bribery charges, including allegations of accepting cash, gold, and a Mercedes-Benz in exchange for favors, with senators reacting humorously to the news of the gold bars allegedly found at his home.

10/6/2023

Sen. Bob Menendez Faces New Federal Bribery Charges Involving Cash, Luxury Gifts

New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez and his wife face a federal indictment detailing a years-long bribery scheme involving cash, gold bars, and a $60,000 Mercedes-Benz.

10/17/2023

Schumer Pressed on Why He Hasn't Called for Menendez Resignation Amid Corruption Charges

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer avoids answering questions as to why he hasn't urged Senator Bob Menendez to resign amid corruption allegations, despite calls from fellow Senate Democrats to do so.

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Posted 9/28/2023, 3:06:30 PM

Fetterman Gives Menendez Cold Shoulder Ahead of Explanation for Corruption Charges

Sen. Fetterman gave Sen. Menendez the cold shoulder ahead of Menendez's statement to Democratic lawmakers.
Fetterman was the first Democratic senator to call for Menendez's resignation after his bribery indictment.
Fetterman said he's not interested in hearing Menendez's 'explanation' for alleged corruption like accepting gold bars and cash.
Over half of Democratic senators have said Menendez should resign despite his defiance.
Fetterman posted on social media that Menendez should resign instead of giving an 'explanation'.

thedailybeast.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/23/2023

Senator Menendez Charged with Bribery, Refuses to Resign Despite Calls from Democrats

9/24/2023

Durbin Refuses to Call for Menendez Resignation After Bribery Indictment

9/24/2023

NJ Democrats Call for Sen. Menendez to Resign Over Corruption Charges

9/23/2023

Fox Host Questions Timing of Menendez Charges, Draws Comparison to Bidens

9/25/2023

Senator Menendez Indicted on Corruption Charges for Alleged Bribery Scheme

9/27/2023

Sen. Menendez Faces Bribery Charges, Pressure to Resign

9/28/2023

Fetterman Calls for Rare Senate Expulsion Over Menendez Bribery Charges

10/5/2023

Sen. Menendez Indicted for Allegedly Accepting Cash and Gold Bars in Exchange for Political Favors

10/6/2023

Sen. Bob Menendez Faces New Federal Bribery Charges Involving Cash, Luxury Gifts

New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez and his wife face a federal indictment detailing a years-long bribery scheme involving cash, gold bars, and a $60,000 Mercedes-Benz.

10/17/2023

Schumer Pressed on Why He Hasn't Called for Menendez Resignation Amid Corruption Charges