Menendez convicted of accepting bribes from Egypt, Qatar “His years of selling his office to the highest bidder have finally come to an end,” stated U.S. attorney Damian Williams. Andrew Bernard July 16, 2024
Pro-Israel New Jersey Rep. Menendez tops progressive challenger in primary “We appreciate each candidate’s support for Israel’s right to self-defense and for the safe return of all hostages being held by Hamas,” said Mark Mellman, chair of the Democratic Majority for Israel PAC. Andrew Bernard June 5, 2024
In latest indictment, Sen. Bob Menendez accused of receiving Qatari bribes “The government’s new allegations stink of desperation,” said the lawyer for the longtime New Jersey legislator. Andrew Bernard Jan. 3, 2024
The lessons of the second fall of Robert Menendez The pro-Israel senator’s legal troubles are a blow to those who oppose the appeasement of Iran; it also illustrates foreign influence-peddling at its worst. Jonathan S. Tobin Oct. 6, 2023
Longtime Israel ally, Iran-nuclear deal foe Menendez being pushed to resign A former U.S. deputy assistant secretary of state told JNS that he wouldn’t be surprised if the indictment “is strategically timed.” Bradley Martin Sept. 28, 2023
Federation urges Blinken to continue fighting for release of Evan Gershkovich “The Wall Street Journal” writer has been detained in Russia since March on espionage charges. May 9, 2023
US, Greek, Cypriot, Israeli lawmakers meet to advance ties The 3+1 interparliamentary group reaffirmed its commitment to security and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean. Etgar Lefkovits April 23, 2023
U.S. politicians jump into Israel’s elections Would they welcome Israeli opinions on their candidates? James Sinkinson Oct. 18, 2022
Concerns arise over Democratic lawmakers meddling in Israeli politics Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and Rep. Brad Sherman (D-Calif.) recently departed from convention through their comments on Member of Knesset Itamar Ben-Gvir, head of the Otzma Yehudit party. Dmitriy Shapiro Oct. 14, 2022
