U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) was indicted on multiple charges Wednesday related to accusations of corruption and misuse of power.
The allegations stem from a close relationship between Menendez and one of his longtime friends and political supporters, Dr. Salomon Melgen, who was also charged.
According to the Associated Press:
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As The Atlantic explains in its in-depth review of the case:
Writing for Common Dreams earlier this week, CodePink’s Medea Benjamin pointed out that though the criminal charges and prosecution of Sen. Menendez, who co-chairs the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee, would be “unfortunate for his family, his career, and his reputation”—the downfall of the influential, yet hawkish lawmaker could actually be a boon to various peace and reconciliation efforts he has long opposed. According to Benjamin:
However the criminal proceedings develop, critics of Menendez like Benjamin won’t likely lose any sleep over his being called to account for his alleged misdeeds.
Facing scrutiny and possible accountability “on ethics violation would be fitting for the senator,” wrote Benjamin. “Menendez not only plays loose with favors for Dr. Melgen; he plays loose with issues of war and peace,” she concluded. “The people of New Jersey, and the rest of the country, deserve better.”
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