Former Democratic Senator Bob Menendez is set to be sentenced for his involvement in a corruption scheme that saw him convicted on 16 felony counts. The charges stem from accepting bribes in exchange for using his political influence to benefit businessmen and the government of Egypt.
Menendez, who was born to Cuban emigres and rose to prominence in New Jersey politics, faces a potential prison sentence of more than a decade. Prosecutors have requested a minimum of 15 years behind bars, citing the severity of his actions and the betrayal of public trust.
