Prosecutors Seek 2-Month Trial Delay for Sen. Menendez Due to Wife's Health, Oppose Extended Pause
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Federal prosecutors have asked the judge to delay the corruption trial of Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife by 2 months due to his wife's health issues.
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Nadine Menendez's lawyers said she needs surgery in the next 4-6 weeks and won't be in proper condition for an indefinite delay.
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Prosecutors said they take her medical situation seriously but oppose an extended, indefinite delay beyond a couple months.
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The Menendez's are charged with 18 counts related to an alleged bribery scheme involving gifts in exchange for political favors.
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Menendez is also accused of acting as a foreign agent on behalf of the Egyptian government.