Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) unveiled a bill on Tuesday that could keep the federal government funded past September 30th, containing spending cuts that make them unpalatable to Democrats and no money for President Donald Trump's border wall. The bill includes funding for Ukraine’s security and humanitarian needs, as well as for natural disaster relief across the country. It is unclear if the bill will pass both chambers, but it is the only hope of keeping the federal government funded past September 30th.
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Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing an insurrection from hard-right Republicans, and the House is set to vote on a package of bills that includes $6 billion in aid to Ukraine and $6 billion in emergency FEMA funding. The Senate will begin voting Tuesday evening, but it is uncertain if the chamber can pass the bill before the Sunday deadline.
Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has been indicted on federal bribery charges, prompting fellow Senate Democrats to call for his resignation. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey expressed shock at the allegations and noted his close working relationship with Menendez. Menendez has pleaded not guilty to all charges and has said he will not step down, as a conviction could potentially shift the balance of power in the Senate.
Democratic Senators Sherrod Brown and Peter Welch have called for the resignation of Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) after he was indicted on corruption charges. The indictment has sparked a debate among Senate Democrats and raised questions about the different reactions to Senator Menendez and former Senator Al Franken. The outcome of the indictment remains to be seen, while the debate over the role of ethics in politics continues.
Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) held a press conference Monday to defend himself against mounting calls for his resignation due to federal corruption charges, asserting his innocence and asking for fairness in the court of public opinion. He expressed confidence that when all the facts are presented, he will be exonerated and remain New Jersey's senior senator. He also offered an explanation for the $480,000 in cash prosecutors said was found in his home.
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey is facing calls from fellow Democrats to resign after he and his wife were federally indicted in a bribery scheme. Prosecutors allege that the couple received hundreds of thousands of dollars and luxury gifts in exchange for the senator wielding his influence to benefit three business associates and the government of Egypt. Menendez has denied the allegations and is scheduled to hold a news conference on Monday.
Representative Andy Kim has announced his intention to challenge Senator Bob Menendez in the upcoming election, the first major intraparty challenger since Menendez was indicted on bribery charges in 2018. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has stated that he has no interest in running for the seat. The outcome of the election could have a significant impact on the balance of power in the Senate.
Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) has announced his plans to challenge Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) for his Senate seat in the upcoming election, after Menendez was charged with bribery in a recent indictment. Kim, joined by Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Democratic state committee chairman LeRoy J. Jones Jr., has called for Menendez to step down, saying "We cannot jeopardize the Senate or compromise our integrity." The election for the New Jersey Senate seat will take place in November 2020, and it is unclear if Menendez will seek re-election.