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Menendez Steps Down as Chairman Amid Corruption Charges; McDonald's Raises Franchise Fees; Ticketmaster Cracks Down on Scalpers for Olivia Rodrigo Concerts; Steelers' Fitzpatrick Defends Hit on Browns' Chubb; Zelensky Thanks Canada for Support Against Russia

  • Menendez charged with corruption for aiding Egypt government and friend in exchange for gold and cash. Forced to give up chairmanship but won't resign.

  • McDonald's raising royalty fees for new franchise restaurants in U.S. and Canada, bringing them in line with other markets. Very limited revenue impact expected.

  • Ticketmaster attempts to block Olivia Rodrigo scalpers with 72-hour ticket issuance rule, regardless of purchase date. Only electronic tickets.

  • Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick says hit that injured Browns' Nick Chubb wasn't dirty, just unfortunate.

  • Zelensky thanks Canada for aid, says Ukraine will prevail against Russia with "life and justice."

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U.S. Senator Robert Menendez, a Bitcoin skeptic, has been charged with bribery after allegedly accepting gold, cash, and mortgage payments from three businessmen and using his power and influence to benefit them, contradicting his previous criticism of cryptocurrencies.
Allegations that Senator Robert Menendez engaged in a bribery scheme with Egyptian officials have strained US-Cairo relations, particularly in the context of regional competition, human rights concerns, and the Biden administration's focus on China and Russia.
Senator Robert Menendez, who is facing federal corruption charges, allegedly sent a text message to his then-girlfriend promising to sign off on nearly $100 million in arms sales to Egypt, indicating his alleged criminal actions began shortly after his previous trial; Menendez and his now-wife are accused of orchestrating wide-ranging schemes involving bribery and extortion.
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.
The indictment of Senator Bob Menendez for corruption charges related to aiding the Egyptian government has intensified calls for US lawmakers to withhold military aid to Egypt.
Senator Bob Menendez, who has been indicted in two different scandals, plans to run for re-election despite the mounting controversies and evidence against him.
The recent indictment of Senator Bob Menendez on federal bribery charges has created a split in the Democratic Party, with New Jersey state leaders calling for his resignation while Washington Democrats, including President Joe Biden, have remained supportive.
Rep. Rob Menendez (D-N.J.) is seeking reelection despite his father's recent indictment on corruption charges, with the congressman defending his father's integrity and values.
Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife pleaded not guilty to federal bribery charges, accused of abusing his position, enriching themselves, and secretly aiding the Egyptian government, in a court appearance in New York.
Bob Menendez's wife, Nadine Arslanian, partied with reality TV stars and engaged in a love triangle before becoming involved with the senator, and now both are facing corruption charges related to bribery and fraud.
The recent indictment of Sen. Bob Menendez on corruption charges has led to increased interest in gold and silver investments, as some see them as a hedge against market instability.
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.
Nadine Arslanian, the wife of US Senator Bob Menendez, has been charged with bribery in a scandal involving luxury gifts, cash, and payments, raising criminal allegations against Menendez yet again and potentially putting Arslanian behind bars for up to 45 years.
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez is facing a new charge of conspiring to act as an agent of the Egyptian government, in addition to the bribery charges against him and his wife, accusing him of violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act and acting on behalf of Egyptian military and intelligence officials.
Senator Bob Menendez is facing an additional charge of secretly acting as an agent of the government of Egypt while serving as the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, adding to the previous charges of bribery and fraud.
Senator Robert Menendez, who is facing bribery charges, has been accused of conspiring to act as an agent of Egypt without registering with the Justice Department, intensifying pressure for him to resign from office.
The charges against Senator Robert Menendez and his wife highlight the influence of Egypt's powerful intelligence agency, with the couple being accused of conspiring to act as agents of the Egyptian government in exchange for bribes and other benefits.
Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) has been charged with conspiring with his wife and a New Jersey businessman to act as a foreign agent of Egypt, marking the first time a sitting U.S. senator has been accused of working on behalf of another government.
The newest indictment against Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) accusing him of being a foreign agent of Egypt is creating turmoil within Senate Democrats as he maintains his innocence and refuses to step down from his seat.
Senator Bob Menendez's wife and three other alleged co-conspirators accused in a bribery scheme pleaded not guilty in federal court, with the indictment claiming that Menendez and his wife accepted bribes in exchange for using his power as a senator to benefit certain individuals and the Egyptian government.
US Senator Bob Menendez's wife, Nadine, has pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring with her husband to act as a foreign agent of Egypt, with the couple already facing bribery charges.