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Bob Menendez Seeks New Trial Following Prosecutors' Error
Former Sen. Bob Menendez appeals for a new trial after evidence mishap in his corruption case raises questions about the integrity of his conviction.
CBS NewsEx-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial, citing evidence prosecutors said was inadvertently provided to jury
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ABC NewsFormer Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial, citing prosecutors' recently admitted error
The IndependentEx-US Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial, citing prosecutors' recently admitted error
The HillMenendez asks judge to toss conviction, grant new trial over improper evidence shown to jury
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Former Senator Bob Menendez has requested a new trial after prosecutors admitted that erroneous evidence was shown to jurors during deliberations. Menendez's lawyers argue that this mistake compromises the fairness of the original trial, asserting that improper evidence presented could have influenced the jury's verdict. Menendez was convicted on multiple counts, including bribery linked to military aid to Egypt, and resigned from the Senate following his conviction. He awaits sentencing, with a date set for January 29.
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