
Rep. Conyers Says He's Retiring From Congress, Effective Immediately
After facing a string of sexual misconduct allegations, U.S. Rep. John Conyers announced he's retiring, effective immediately.
LEARN MOREThe report could sway Conyers' decision to run for his father's seat in Congress.
A defiant Menendez has repeatedly said allegations that he abused his power to line his pockets are baseless.
Sen. Cory Booker believes Menendez deserves the presumption of innocence, but contends there is a higher standard for people elected to public office.
The New Jersey senator believes he will be cleared of charges that he took cash and gold in an illegal exchange for helping business associates.
The decision by an intermediate appellate court allows the case to proceed days after a judge ruled the former president committed years of fraud.
It was known as Robin Hood's Tree, and park authorities say the iconic landmark was "deliberately felled." People have been kept from the area.
Republicans are trying to make the case that President Joe Biden abused his public office for his family's financial gain.