"Sen. Bob Menendez and Wife Face Obstruction of Justice Charges in Bribery Case"

Senator Bob Menendez and his wife have been hit with obstruction of justice charges in the bribery case against them, bringing the total amount of federal charges facing Menendez to 18. The new indictment alleges that they conspired to obstruct justice by attempting to cover up payments and loans that were part of the bribery scheme. Menendez has denied the charges, calling them a "flagrant abuse of power," and maintains his innocence. Both he and his wife have pleaded not guilty to the charges.