Senator Bob Menendez spits fire, says he won’t step aside, has done nothing wrong, and that in the United States of America, everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond any reasonable doubt, will not be bullied, has never taken the easy road. WATCH (fast clip below)
Senator Bob Menendez (@SenatorMenendez) spits fire, says he won’t step aside, has done nothing wrong, and that in the United States of America, everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond any reasonable doubt, will not be bullied, has never taken the easy road. WATCH pic.twitter.com/i3rYCaJeHq
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Senator Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, vehemently criticized the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday, denouncing what he characterized as political “persecution.” The Senator is facing serious criminal charges related to allegations of acting as a foreign agent while serving as the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Bob Menendez needs to resign from his Senate seat,we can’t have criminals in Congress –David Yoffee
In a statement reported by the New York Post, Menendez, who previously suggested that former President Donald Trump might have been “compromised” by the Russian government, has shifted his focus to accusing the DOJ of intentionally undermining his political career. Continued below this fast 1 min clip by Fetterman, of all people…
John Fetterman on embattled Senator Bob Menendez: “That sleazeball has to go. I don’t know why we have to get rid of Santos and we would keep somebody like him around. I think it’s my aversion to gold bars in your mattress.”
John Fetterman on embattled Senator Bob Menendez: “That sleazeball has to go. I don’t know why we have to get rid of Santos and we would keep somebody like him around. I think it’s my aversion to gold bars in your mattress.”
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Menendez asserted, “The United States Attorney’s Office has engaged not in a prosecution, but a persecution. They seek a victory, but not justice,” referring to the most recent federal indictment. This indictment accuses him of unlawfully assisting a Qatar company linked to the Qatari royal family.
The Senator went on to claim, “By filing three indictments—one in late September, a second in mid-October, and a third in early January—it allows the government to keep the sensational story in the press, poisons the jury pool, and seeks to convict me in the court of public opinion.”
US Senator Menendez asks judge to dismiss charges, says he is immune – Reuters
Menendez’s downfall began in September 2023 when federal prosecutors alleged that he and his wife, Nadine Menendez, accepted bribes in exchange for political favors. A raid on Menendez’s residence reportedly uncovered cash, gold bars, and a luxurious Mercedes Benz—all of which prosecutors claimed were obtained through a corruption scheme. Menendez seems to think that gold bars are not bribery.
Senator Menendez Defends Due Process Amid Calls for Resignation Over Bribery Charges#US #Politics #Menendez #BNN #Worldnews #Dailynews #Breakingnews #Newsupdatehttps://t.co/veuMNtbUDs pic.twitter.com/egUeZdEnL1
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A month later, Menendez faced charges of acting as an agent of the Egyptian government, accused of advocating for favorable policies for the North African country. The most recent indictment on January 2 accused him of aiding real estate developer Fred Daibes in dealings with a member of the Qatari royal family to secure a deal, according to the NY Post.
New Superseding Indictment of Senator Menendez, his wife Nadine Menendez, and co-conspirators Wael Hana, Jose Uribe, and Fred Daibes. The new indictment adds charges for receiving bribes from Qatar. Menendez was a Senator for sale. How many others are also for sale? See FULL DOC – CLICK HERE – PDF at Court Listener
Menendez rebutted these allegations, stating, “There is no evidence of the giving or receiving of cash and gold bars. In fact, there has been and will be a trial, a full explanation of what is the truth about those issues.” This contradicts evidence released by prosecutors.
Bob Menendez claims 'persecution' in Senate floor remarks after latest allegations
The Democratic senator urged his congressional colleagues to give him a chance to defend himself in court against allegations of bribery and working for foreign governmentshttps://t.co/eaB2ySOV3i
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He continued, criticizing media coverage, “Almost everyone, including my friends in the press who have reported on it, haven’t read the indictment. They’ve only taken the government’s sensational narrative of what those accusations are as truth.”
Menendez’s claims of political persecution by the DOJ raise concerns about the timing and frequency of the indictments, suggesting a deliberate effort to damage his reputation. The Senator contends that the government’s strategy involves keeping the accusations in the public eye, tainting potential jurors, and influencing public opinion against him.
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As the legal proceedings unfold, Menendez maintains his innocence and insists that a fair trial will reveal the truth about the allegations. The case has not only thrust the Senator into a legal battle but also into a war of words with the Department of Justice, further complicating the already intricate web of accusations and counterclaims. The coming trial will be a crucial juncture in determining the veracity of the charges against Senator Menendez and whether he can successfully defend his reputation against what he perceives as a politically motivated assault. As a Democrat we all expect him to beat the charges yet again.
Major Points Discussed:
- Senator Bob Menendez accuses the Department of Justice (DOJ) of political persecution, claiming they are deliberately undermining his career.
- Menendez faces federal charges, including acting as a foreign agent while chairing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and unlawfully assisting a Qatar company linked to the Qatari royal family.
- The Senator argues that the DOJ’s strategy involves filing multiple indictments to keep a sensational narrative in the press, poison the jury pool, and sway public opinion against him.
- Menendez’s legal troubles began with allegations of accepting bribes for political favors, followed by charges of acting as an agent of the Egyptian government. The latest indictment involves dealings with a Qatari royal family member.
- Despite evidence released by prosecutors, Menendez asserts his innocence, claiming there is no proof of the alleged corruption. He criticizes media coverage for relying on the government’s sensational narrative and emphasizes the need for a fair trial to reveal the truth.
James Kravitz
Comments – Threads – Links
- Gwendolyn Beck, the female banker and ex-girlfriend of disgraced NJ Senator Bob Menendez, took part in orgies with Jeffrey Epstein and his victim Virginia Giuffre, unsealed dispositions claim – Daily Mail
- C’mon, Bob- take it like a man. You made a choice when you took the $$, accept responsibility and be honest. The DOJ wouldn’t be after you if you did nothing wrong. You embarrass us Menendez, in Defiant Speech, Says Bribery Case Against Him Is ‘Baseless’ – karen cortez
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They gave more the a chance the first time he was indicted. Now he’s asking for the same after similar crimes ? – KimmyAnne (swtdreams1007 on blsk)
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Another disgusting liar – Democracy Deb
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He needs to be kicked out or resign before being tried. – Theresa Martínez Flannery
- ‘Gold bar’ Bob Menendez tears up as he defends his ’50 years of public service’ as senator, denies being a foreign agent and attacks prosecutors’ ‘sensational’ indictment over a bribery scheme involving Qatar and Egypt – Noosha Hadid
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The Faulkner Focus. What was that? — Steve Hilton with immediate reaction from NJ Senator Bob “Gold bars” Menendez using the Senate Floor to plead innocent. WATCH (See below)
What was that? — @SteveHiltonx with immediate reaction from NJ Senator Bob “Gold bars” Menendez using the Senate Floor to plead innocent. WATCH. #thefaulknerfocus #breakingnews pic.twitter.com/RWKNx6yS0k
— The Faulkner Focus (@FaulknerFocus) January 9, 2024
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