Jury Deliberates in Corruption Trial of US Sen. Bob Menendez

Jury deliberations have begun in the corruption trial of US Sen. Bob Menendez, accused of accepting bribes and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt. The defense argues the money and gold bars found at his home were not bribes, while prosecutors presented evidence linking him to corrupt acts.

Jury deliberations have commenced in the corruption trial of US Sen. Bob Menendez, who faces accusations of accepting bribes and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt.

During the 9-week trial in New York, federal prosecutors argued that Menendez and his wife received gold, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz from businessmen between 2018 and 2023 in exchange for corrupt acts.

Prosecutors allege the bribes were for actions benefiting Egypt, including facilitating US military aid, interfering with criminal probes, and securing business deals. Menendez's defense maintained the funds were not bribes. The jury's verdict will hinge on testimonies, emails, financial records, and the corroborated evidence.