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Bob Menendez, Ex-Senator, Receives 11-Year Prison Sentence in Gold Bar Bribery Scandal


Former Senator Bob Menendez was sentenced to 11 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Sidney Stein after being found guilty of a bribery and corruption scheme involving cash and gold bars. Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, sobbed in court, claiming he had lost everything and had already suffered public shame. Judge Stein, however, said the evidence against Menendez was overwhelming, and sentenced him to jail time.

Menendez’s co-defendants, including his wife Nadine Menendez, were also sentenced to several years in prison as part of the scheme involving bribery from businessmen aiming to benefit Egypt and Qatar governments. Prosecutors recommended a 15-year sentence, which Menendez’s lawyer objected to, arguing it was too harsh for the 71-year-old. Menendez has vowed to appeal the conviction and had sought a pardon from President Donald Trump.

Menendez’s attorneys argued for mercy, pointing out his decades of service in the Senate and the lack of harm caused by his actions. The scheme involving bribes started soon after Menendez received a public admonishment from the Senate Ethics Committee for accepting gifts from a doctor. Menendez’s lawyers urged the judge to allow him to remain out of jail during the appeal process, citing his wife’s need for care during her battle with cancer.

This case marks the second time Menendez has faced corruption charges, with the previous trial ending in a hung jury. The judge took into account Menendez’s actions as a public servant but ultimately sentenced him to prison. Menendez remains unrepentant and has labeled the case as a political witch hunt.

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