Bob Menendez

2024 - 7 - 22

Bob Menendez: Is NJ About to Make Political History? 🍿

Bob Menendez - Federal Bribery Charges - Federal Corruption Charges - Loretta Weinberg - New Jersey Politics - Phil Murphy - Resignation - Senate Ethics Committee

Loretta Weinberg's latest message to Bob Menendez has us all on the edge of our seats! Dive into the swirling drama of NJ's senior senator's legal battles and what it could mean for the Senate's future.📚🚀

Former New Jersey lawmaker Loretta Weinberg has some advice for Bob Menendez: Make like Biden and take a step back. She believes President Biden’s decision, whatever it may be, could serve as a teachable moment for New Jersey's senior senator, especially in light of recent legal troubles. This comes as the Senate Ethics Committee has unanimously decided to review allegations that Menendez violated Senate rules – an unprecedented move that has the political world buzzing.

Adding to the intrigue, Hofstra Law Professor James Sample has weighed in on the case, discussing the ramifications of Menendez’s guilty verdict on CBS News New York. According to Prof. Sample, the verdict is a significant moment considering the Senate's ethics and legal standards. The Ethics Committee’s decision to initiate an adjudicatory review further signals the seriousness with which these allegations are being treated.

Meanwhile, the Senate is taking cautious steps towards a potential Menendez expulsion, given the gravity of his federal corruption charges. As uncertainty looms, NJ GOP Chairman Bob Hugin has thrown a curveball by urging Senate Republicans not to expel the Democratic senator. His reasoning? Make the Democrats deal with their own mess, ensuring that Menendez's legal and ethical conundrums remain a thorn in their side.

Beyond the immediate chaos, there’s a broader context to consider. Menendez's exit could significantly impact tax and banking policies. The calls for resignation or expulsion reflect the high stakes and the potential shift in power dynamics within the Senate. Furthermore, the legality and future of Menendez’s bribery conviction could be cast into doubt, given recent Supreme Court decisions narrowing the definition of corruption – this very nuance has led to overturned convictions for political figures in New York and beyond.

Here’s an interesting tidbit: Sen. Menendez's case has drawn comparisons to other high-profile political scandals, but what makes it unique is the Senate’s rare move to review and potentially expel a sitting member. This hasn’t happened often in history, making it a potentially historic case.

Another fascinating fact? If Menendez does get expelled or resigns, the ripple effects on legislative committees he’s part of could be profound, not to mention the recalibration of power within the Democratic Party. As we watch this drama unfold, one thing's for sure – the Garden State politics are anything but dull!

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This is Loretta Weinberg's message for Bob Menendez: Make like ... (NorthJersey.com)

One former New Jersey lawmaker thought Joe Biden's decision could be a teachable moment for a certain senior senator from the Garden State.

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Senate Ethics Committee starts review of Sen. Bob Menendez's ... (The Associated Press)

The Senate Ethics Committee has voted unanimously to review allegations that Sen. Bob Menendez violated Senate rules.

Prof. James Sample Explains Senator Bob Menendez Guilty Verdict ... (Hofstra Law News)

Hofstra Law Professor James Sample appeared on CBS News New York to discuss the guilty verdict in Senator Bob Menendez case.

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Senate ethics panel to 'review' Menendez in advance of possible ... (The Hill)

Senate Ethics Committee leaders on Monday notified convicted Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) that panel members have voted to “initiate an adjudicatory review of ...

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Senate panel takes step toward potential Menendez expulsion - Roll ... (Roll Call)

The Senate returns Tuesday as uncertainty looms over the future of Sen. Bob Menendez following his conviction on federal corruption charges.

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NJ GOP chair explains why he wants convicted Dem Bob Menendez ... (New York Post)

NJ GOP Chairman Bob Hugin urged US Senate Republicans not to expel Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez -- saying Democrats should be stuck with him through the ...

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What Bob Menendez's exit would mean for tax and banking (Punchbowl News)

Menendez's conviction in his trial quickly led to calls for the senior New Jersey Democrat to resign or possibly face an expulsion effort.

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Can Robert Menendez's Bribery Conviction Survive an Appeal? (The New York Times)

The Supreme Court has narrowed the legal definition of corruption, with political figures in New York and elsewhere having their convictions overturned as a ...

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Readers sound off on Biden dropping out, the Menendez verdict and ... (New York Daily News)

White Rock, British Columbia: Interestingly, yet understandably, some statistics show that around three-quarters of Americans favor a governmental ...

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What Comes Next for Robert Menendez? (The New York Times)

It has now been a week since Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey was convicted on corruption charges that grew out of what prosecutors said was an ...

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Senate Ethics Committee starts review of Sen. Bob Menendez's ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

The Senate Ethics Committee has voted unanimously to review allegations that Sen. Bob Menendez violated Senate rules.

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Bob Menendez to quit US Senate after bribery conviction (BBC News)

The New Jersey Democrat had been resisting resignation calls - including from Democratic Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer. His resignation comes a day after ...

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Bob Menendez to resign Senate seat following federal bribery ... (The Washington Post)

A storied career in New Jersey politics comes to an end as Menendez bows to calls for him to leave the Senate following his conviction on federal bribery ...

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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign next month following conviction in ... (ABC News)

Sen. Bob Menendez is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 29 and faces decades in prison on bribery, fraud and other charges.

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Sen. Bob Menendez will resign seat Aug. 20 after bribery conviction (CNBC)

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat, will appoint someone to replace Sen. Bob Menendez in the Senate.

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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign in August after federal corruption trial ... (WABC-TV)

Sen Bob Menendez, who was recently convicted of federal corruption charges, will resign his office effective Aug 20, multiple sources told ABC News..

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Bob Menendez will resign his US Senate seat effective August 20 ... (CNN)

Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, speaks to the media as he exits Manhattan federal court on July 16, 2024 in New York City. Adam Gray/Getty Images.

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Bob Menendez Will Resign From Senate, Avoiding an Ugly ... (The New York Times)

Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey was facing a possible expulsion vote after his conviction on federal corruption charges last Tuesday.

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Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez will resign next month after ... (NBC News)

The New Jersey senator had served as chairman of the powerful Foreign Relations Committee before being charged with accepting bribes on behalf of Egypt and ...

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Menendez to resign Aug. 20 (Axios)

Why it matters: Menendez's resignation will keep Senate Democrats from having to expel one of their own. The veteran New Jersey lawmaker plans to resign ...

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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign next month following corruption ... (Politico)

A resignation letter from Menendez was processed in the Senate Tuesday afternoon without objection from any senators as one of the first orders of business ...

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New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez set to resign on Aug. 20 after being ... (CBS News)

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is reportedly planning to resign after he was found guilty on federal bribery charges.

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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign next month following conviction in ... (WTVD-TV)

Sen Bob Menendez, who was recently convicted of federal corruption charges, will resign his office effective Aug 20, multiple sources told ABC News..

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Senate Ethics Committee starts review of Sen. Bob Menendez's ... (WHYY)

The ethics panel could recommend that Menendez be censured or expelled, which would put maximum pressure on the senator to resign or pave the way for the ...

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Menendez to resign from Senate next month (WCBD News 2)

plans to resign from the Senate next month after coming under pressure from fellow Democrats to step down from office in the wake of a bribery scandal, a source ...

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