Nadine Menendez Convicted in Bribery Scheme Alongside Husband Bob Menendez
Nadine Menendez, wife of ex-Sen. Bob Menendez, found guilty on all counts of bribery and obstruction in a high-profile corruption case.
Wife of former US Sen. Bob Menendez convicted in bribery scheme
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Overview
Nadine Menendez has been convicted on all 15 counts, including bribery and obstruction, for her involvement in a scheme that involved accepting bribes from businessmen in exchange for political favors. The verdict comes shortly before her husband begins an 11-year prison term for similar charges. Prosecutors described both as 'partners in crime' facilitating corrupt acts for personal gain, including accepting cash, gold bars, and a luxury vehicle. Nadine’s sentencing is set for June 12, following her husband’s prison report.
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Analysis
- Nadine Menendez was convicted on all counts for accepting bribes with her husband, including cash, gold bars, and a luxury car, as part of a corruption scheme involving New Jersey businessmen.
- Prosecutors argued that the couple acted as 'partners in crime' to facilitate corrupt acts, benefiting themselves and foreign government interests.
- Nadine Menendez's lawyer claimed that the evidence against her was insufficient and emphasized their intent to appeal the verdict.
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Nadine Menendez was convicted on all 15 counts, including bribery and obstruction, for her involvement in a scheme accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.
Prosecutors described Nadine and Bob Menendez as partners in crime, with Nadine acting as a critical participant and go-between in facilitating corrupt acts for personal gain.
Nadine Menendez's sentencing is set for June 12, following her husband's report to prison.
They allegedly accepted over $450,000 in cash, gold bars worth hundreds of thousands more, and a luxury vehicle (Mercedes convertible) as bribes.
Their trials were separated because Nadine Menendez was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery, delaying her trial.
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