Posted 3/11/2024, 4:48:00 PM
Sen. Menendez Pleads Not Guilty to Bribery and Obstruction Charges, Faces Trial in May
- Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to new bribery and obstruction charges in Manhattan court
- He and his wife are accused of taking bribes from businessmen in exchange for political favors
- The charges allege they also obstructed the investigation into their conduct
- One businessman has pleaded guilty and agreed to testify against Menendez
- Menendez maintains his innocence but trial is set for May, expected to last 4-6 weeks