Cantwell Statement on Menendez Indictment

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) issued the following statement regarding the indictment of U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ):

“I found the allegations made in the indictment shocking and disturbing. While everyone deserves their day in court, constituents and the Senate deserve the full attention of their elected Senator. I don’t believe anyone under such a damning indictment can effectively serve, and I urge Senator Menendez to step aside."

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