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Former US Senator Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Corruption

 

Former United States Senator from New Jersey, Bob Menendez, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for his involvement in one of the most brazen corruption schemes in US history. The 71-year-old politician was convicted last year of taking nearly $1 million in bribes, including cash, gold bars, and a luxury car.

Menendez appeared before US District Judge Sidney H. Stein on Wednesday, holding back tears as he defended his public service. “I believe that in a half-century of public service I’ve done far more good than bad,” he said. However, prosecutors argued that Menendez’s actions severely undermined public trust, and pushed for a 15-year sentence and financial penalties.

The corruption scheme involved Menendez taking bribes from three New Jersey businessmen seeking favors, including help in securing deals with Egyptian and Qatari officials. Evidence showed that Menendez facilitated military aid to Egypt and provided sensitive US information, making him the first US official convicted of acting as a foreign agent.

Two businessmen, Wael “Will” Hana and Fred Daibes, who conspired with Menendez, were also sentenced. Daibes received seven years and two months, while Hana was given eight years and one month. A third businessman, Jose Uribe, had earlier pleaded guilty and is expected to testify against Menendez’s wife, Nadine, in her upcoming trial.

Menendez remains defiant, vowing to appeal his conviction. His defense team argued that the case was an overreach, and sought either no prison time or a reduced sentence. Menendez is free on bond as he appeals his 15 felony convictions, which include bribery, obstruction of justice, and acting as a foreign agent.

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