Bob Menendez, a former New Jersey senator, lost his bid to have a new trial on Wednesday. He had argued that the recent corruption conviction he received should be overturned because jurors had been allowed to view improper evidence during their deliberations. The decision of U.S. District Judge Sidney Stein paves Menendez's way to his sentencing on Jan. 29, 2019. The … [Read more...] about Ex-N.J. Senator Menendez Denied New Trial
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Donald Trump Taps Marco Rubio for Secretary of State Role
The New York Times reported that President-elect Donald Trump announced several cabinet appointments on Monday. According to them, he will appoint Senator Marco Rubio (RFL) as Secretary of State. The outlet reported that: Three people who are familiar with Mr. Trump's thinking have said that he is likely to nominate Senator Marco Rubio from Florida as … [Read more...] about Donald Trump Taps Marco Rubio for Secretary of State Role