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Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez speaks to reporters in front of the courthouse in Newark, N.J., on Nov. 16, 2017. (Associated Press) **FILE**

US prosecutors won’t retry Menendez on corruption charges

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2017 file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference, in Union Beach, N.J. A jury could begin deliberations Monday, Nov. 6, in the bribery trial of Menendez and a wealthy friend. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

The Latest: Menendez jury question causes puzzlement

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FILE - In this Sept. 6, 2017, file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez arrives to court for his federal corruption trial in Newark, N.J. The jury in the bribery trial of U.S. Sen. Menendez is set to hear closing arguments on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017, after more than two months of testimony. The New Jersey Democrat is charged with accepting gifts from Florida eye doctor Salomon Melgen in exchange for using his political influence. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Menendez jury hears competing theories in closing arguments

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 6, 2017, file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez arrives to court for his federal corruption trial in Newark, N.J. A basic question has arisen in the bribery trial of Menendez that could prove significant when jurors start to deliberate: What is a constituent? Defense attorneys have argued that co-defendant Salomon Melgen can be considered a constituent of Menendez's even though Melgen lives in Florida and Menendez represents New Jersey. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Meeting with former health chief is focus of Menendez trial

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

Witness: Menendez ‘hostile’ on call on behalf of donor

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

Testimony: Menendez donor’s rep ‘threatened’ US official

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017 file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference, in Union Beach, N.J. Menendez is charged with accepting bribes from Florida eye doctor Salomon Melgen in exchange for lobbying for Melgen’s personal and business interests. The judge’s rulings in this trial have shaped what evidence jurors have heard. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

The Latest: Defense says Menendez took trips at own expense

Associated Press

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017 file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference, in Union Beach, N.J. Menendez is charged with accepting bribes from Florida eye doctor Salomon Melgen in exchange for lobbying for Melgen’s personal and business interests. The judge’s rulings in this trial have shaped what evidence jurors have heard. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

Prosecutors: Menendez tried to hide free flights, hotel stay

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017 file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference, in Union Beach, N.J. Menendez is charged with accepting bribes from Florida eye doctor Salomon Melgen in exchange for lobbying for Melgen’s personal and business interests. The judge’s rulings in this trial have shaped what evidence jurors have heard. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

Jury in Sen. Menendez’s case hears details of fancy resorts

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

FILE- In this Sept. 6, 2017, file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez arrives to court for his federal corruption trial in Newark, N.J. Menendez, New Jersey’s Democratic senior senator, is charged with accepting gifts and campaign donations from Florida ophthalmologist Salomon Melgen over several years in exchange for pressuring government officials to help with Melgen’s Medicare dispute, his company's port security contract in the Dominican Republic and the visas. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

The Latest: Visa efforts take center stage at Menendez trial

Associated Press

FILE- In this Sept. 6, 2017, file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez arrives to court for his federal corruption trial in Newark, N.J. Menendez, New Jersey’s Democratic senior senator, is charged with accepting gifts and campaign donations from Florida ophthalmologist Salomon Melgen over several years in exchange for pressuring government officials to help with Melgen’s Medicare dispute, his company's port security contract in the Dominican Republic and the visas. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Former aide testifies Menendez helped co-defendant on visas

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

Sen. Bob Menendez arrives to court for his federal corruption trial in Newark, N.J., Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017. The trial will examine whether he lobbied for Florida ophthalmologist Dr. Salomon Melgen's business interests in exchange for political donations and gifts. Both have pleaded not guilty. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

The Latest: Meaning of ‘constituent’ argued in Menendez case

Associated Press

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017, file photo, Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference, in Union Beach, N.J. Opening statements are scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 6, in the trial of Menendez and Florida ophthalmologist, Dr. Salomon Melgen. They are charged with a conspiracy in which, prosecutors say, Menendez lobbied for Melgen’s business interests in exchange for political donations and gifts. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

Prosecutors: Sen. Menendez ‘sold his office’ for ritzy trips

By DAVID PORTER - Associated Press

Menendez: Friend’s conviction doesn’t affect corruption case

Associated Press

Prosecutor: Eye doctor profited by fraud, false hopes

By TERRY SPENCER - Associated Press

Sen. Bob Menendez, New Jersey Democrat, leaves federal court in Newark, New Jersey, after pleading not guilty to sweeping corruption charges. He is accused of using his office to improperly benefit an eye doctor and political donor. (Associated Press)

Bob Menendez pleads not guilty to corruption charges as lawyer assails prosecutors

By Maggie Ybarra - The Washington Times

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-NJ, listens to a question while addressing a gathering Monday, March 23, 2015, in Garwood, N.J. Menendez listened to questions about the possible filing of corruption charges against him. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)

Robert Menendez demanded visas for ‘foreign girlfriends’ of campaign donor: Indictment

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

** FILE ** This Jan. 31, 2010, file image released by Miami Dade College shows Dr. Salomon Melgen, posing for a photo at the book signing of "Growing American Roots," a book by Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., at the college in Miami. (AP Photo/Miami Dade College, Phil Roche, File)

Sen. Menendez pal Salomon Melgen collected $20 million from Medicare

By Jim McElhatton - The Washington Times

Sen. Robert Menendez, New Jersey Democrat, said he traveled on a plane owned by Dr. Melgen but denied that he engaged with prostitutes. (Associated Press)

Scope of Sen. Menendez probe widens

By Cheryl K. Chumley - The Washington Times

**FILE** Sen. Robert Menendez, New Jersey Democrat (Associated Press)

Raid an ill wind for doctor, a donor to Menendez

By Jim McElhatton - The Washington Times