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Jury selection has begun in the federal bribery trial of Nadine Menendez, wife of former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, in New York City. The process is expected to involve approximately 200 potential jurors over the next few days, with the trial anticipated to last at least nine weeks once proceedings commence.
Nadine Menendez, 58, faces charges of conspiracy to commit bribery, fraud, and extortion. Prosecutors allege that she and her husband accepted substantial bribes, including gold bars, cash, and a luxury Mercedes-Benz, from New Jersey businessmen in exchange for political favors. These favors purportedly included influencing U.S. . .
