Bob Menendez , the former U.S. Senator from New Jersey, is a member of the Democratic Party.

Quick Facts

  • Menendez served as a Democrat in the Senate from 2006 until his resignation in 2024 amid a federal corruption trial.
  • In past elections, like 2012, he won as the Democratic incumbent with 58.9% of the vote against Republican Joe Kyrillos.
  • There are two notable politicians named Menendez: Bob (NJ, federal level) and José (Texas state senator, also Democrat); "Menendez" typically refers to Bob due to his national prominence.

Recent Developments

In March 2024, Menendez announced he wouldn't seek re-election as a Democrat but left open the possibility of running as an independent. He was convicted on corruption charges later that year, leading to his resignation.

TL;DR : Bob Menendez is a lifelong Democrat, though he considered an independent run in 2024 before resigning.

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