Ocasio-Cortez calls on Menendez to resign after federal bribery indictment
- Senator Bob Menendez has been charged with bribery in an unsealed indictment, along with his wife and three businessmen. The indictment alleges that Menendez used his official position for personal gain, accepting bribes of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
- Despite the charges, Menendez has refused to resign and plans to run for re-election in 2024. He has stepped down from his position as chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee as required by Senate rules.
- Several prominent Democrats, including Senator John Fetterman and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have called for Menendez's resignation. Ocasio-Cortez stated that the situation is unfortunate but believes it is in the best interest for Menendez to step down.
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