US Senator Bob Menendez, who was convicted of corruption, said on Friday, August 16 he was abandoning his bid for reelection as an independent, ending a prolific political career, News.az reports citing Le Monde .

New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez, known for his pro-Armenian stance, is at the center of a high-profile corruption scandal. Accused of accepting bribes in the form of gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes Benz, Menendez allegedly used his influence to interfere with law enforcement investigations, assist New Jersey businessmen, and work for the Egyptian government.

In a high-profile federal bribery trial in Manhattan, new details have emerged regarding Senator Bob Menendez's alleged involvement with developer Fred Daibes and Qatari investors.