Former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez has requested a delay in his sentencing for bribery charges, which was originally set for January 29, 2025. The delay is sought due to the emotional toll on his family, particularly as his wife, Nadine Menendez, is set to stand trial beginning January 21, 2025. His legal team argues that the overlap of the two proceedings could prejudice Nadine's trial, which has already faced delays due to her breast cancer treatment [c4112f85].
Menendez was convicted on July 16, 2024, on 16 charges, including bribery and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors allege that he and his wife received nearly $150,000 in gold and $480,000 in cash from three businessmen in exchange for political favors. The couple's legal troubles have drawn significant media attention, highlighting issues of corruption within the political landscape of New Jersey [c4112f85].