United States Democratic Senator Bob Menendez from New Jersey was charged with bribery by federal prosecutors last week. The charging documents allege that he took bribes in return for favorably treating the government of Egypt, which is keen to ensure its foreign assistance from the US continues to flow. The World’s host Marco Werman talks with Michael Wahid Hanna, the director of the Crisis Group’s US program, about the details of the indictment and what it means for the US-Egypt relationship.
The article you just read is free because dedicated readers and listeners like you chose to support our nonprofit newsroom. Our team works tirelessly to ensure you hear the latest in international, human-centered reporting every weekday. But our work would not be possible without you. We need your help. Make a gift today to help us raise $25,000 by the end of the month and keep The World going strong. Every gift will be matched 2:1!