Senator Menendez Faces Corruption Charges for Allegedly Accepting Bribes
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Senator Menendez was charged with accepting bribes in exchange for political favors, including cash, gold bars, and a Mercedes-Benz.
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Prosecutors claim Menendez used his influence to benefit associates and the governments of Egypt and Qatar.
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Menendez allegedly helped a friend secure a monopoly exporting halal meat to Egypt in exchange for bribes.
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A developer charged in the case allegedly got investment for a real estate project after Menendez supported Qatar publicly.
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Prosecutors claim Menendez tried to influence investigations in New Jersey to benefit two businessmen also charged in the bribery scheme.