Sen. Menendez indicted again, accused of conspiring as foreign agent.
OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:32 PM – Thursday, October 12, 2023
Senator Bob Menendez faces a new indictment in conspiracy to act as an Egyptian secret agent.
On Thursday, Menendez (D-N.J.), his wife Nadine Menendez, and an Egyptian businessman named Weal Hana have all been charged with an additional count of conspiracy for a public official to act as a foreign agent.
Manhattan prosecutors have previously accused the 69-year-old senator of accepting gold, cash, and luxury items in exchange for helping three Egyptian businessmen, using his senator influence.
According to the indictment, the alleged exchange took place between January 2018 and June 2022.
Prosecutors claimed that in May 2019, Menendez, his wife, and Hana, met with an Egyptian intelligence official in Menendez’s Washington Senate office.
According to the indictment, they discussed an American citizen who was critically injured in a 2015 Egyptian military bombing using a U.S.-made Apache chopper.
The New Jersey Democrat now faces four indictment charges against him.
The new charges accuse Menendez of secretly pressing his colleagues while he was leading the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee, to unfreeze $300 million in military funding earmarked for the Egyptian regime.
According to the prosecutor in both the old and new indictments, Menendez lobbied then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to increase American involvement in stalled negotiations involving Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan to build a dam across the Nile River, a key foreign policy issue for Egypt.
The allegations stated that Menendez took multiple efforts to discreetly assist Egyptian officials while chairing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. This includes authoring a letter to other senators where he urged them to ease a hold on $300 million in Egyptian funding.
According to the indictment records, when authorities searched Menendez’s home last year they reportedly found more than $100,000 worth of gold bars and over $480,000 in cash, much of it hidden in closets, clothing, and a safe.
Both Menendez and Hana have pleaded non-guilty to the previous charges.
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What specific actions did Senator Menendez allegedly take to act as an Egyptian secret agent?
OAN’s Abril Elfi:
11:32 PM – Thursday, October 12, 2023
Senator Bob Menendez faces a new indictment in conspiracy to act as an Egyptian secret agent.
On Thursday, Menendez (D-N.J.), his wife Nadine Menendez, and an Egyptian businessman named Weal Hana have all been charged with an additional count of conspiracy for a public official to act as a foreign agent.
Manhattan prosecutors have previously accused the 69-year-old senator of accepting gold, cash, and luxury items in exchange for helping three Egyptian businessmen, using his senatorial influence.
According to the indictment, the alleged exchange took place between January 2018 and June 2022.
Prosecutors claimed that in May 2019, Menendez, his wife, and Hana, met with an Egyptian intelligence official in Menendez’s Washington Senate office.
According to the indictment, they discussed an American citizen who was critically injured in a 2015 Egyptian military bombing using a U.S.-made Apache chopper.
The New Jersey Democrat now faces four indictment charges against him.
The new charges accuse Menendez of secretly pressing his colleagues while he was leading the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee, to unfreeze $300 million in military funding earmarked for the Egyptian regime.
According to the prosecutor in both the old and new indictments, Menendez lobbied then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to increase American involvement in stalled negotiations involving Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan to build a dam across the Nile River, a key foreign policy issue for Egypt.
The allegations stated that Menendez took multiple efforts to discreetly assist Egyptian officials while chairing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. This includes authoring a letter to other senators where he urged them to ease a hold on $300 million in Egyptian funding.
This latest indictment further deepens the legal troubles for Senator Menendez, who has been under scrutiny for several years. The charges of acting as an Egyptian secret agent raise serious concerns about the integrity and ethical conduct of a U.S. senator.
If the allegations are proven to be true, it would demonstrate a breach of trust and a violation of the public’s confidence in the elected officials who are meant to serve the best interests of their constituents and the nation.
The timing of these charges is also significant, as Senator Menendez was a leading figure in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. His alleged actions in secretly pressing his colleagues to unfreeze funding for the Egyptian regime raises questions about his motives and priorities in shaping U.S. foreign policy.
It is essential that a thorough investigation take place to determine the veracity of these charges and to hold accountable anyone found guilty of compromising the interests of the United States for personal gain.
As American citizens, we place our trust in those we elect to represent us, and it is crucial to ensure that our elected officials uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency.
The indictment of Senator Menendez serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining the public’s trust and of the need for accountability and integrity within our political system. Only through a commitment to ethical conduct and a dedication to serving the best interests of the people can our elected officials truly represent the values and principles that make our nation strong.
Let us hope that this indictment prompts a deeper reflection on the responsibilities and obligations of those in positions of power, and that it serves as a catalyst for change and reform within our political landscape.
In the pursuit of justice and the preservation of the democratic ideals upon which our nation was founded, it is imperative that we hold our elected officials accountable and demand the highest standards of ethical conduct.
We must not lose sight of the fact that the actions of a few individuals can have far-reaching consequences for our country and its reputation. As citizens, it is our duty to remain vigilant and engaged in the political process, ensuring that our voices are heard and our values are upheld.
The indictment of Senator Menendez is a reminder that no one is above the law, and that the pursuit of justice and truth should always take precedence over personal interests or political expediency.
In conclusion, the charges against Senator Menendez for conspiracy to act as an Egyptian secret agent are deeply concerning and highlight the importance of maintaining the trust and confidence of the American people. It is our collective responsibility to safeguard the integrity of our political system and to hold our elected officials accountable for their actions.
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