The judge is urged to reject the plea for a delay in the trial

Prosecutors reject New Jersey Democrat Sen. Bob Menendez's plea to delay his federal bribery trial. The trial is currently scheduled for May. Menendez is accused of bribery in a federal bribery case against him and his wife. Prosecutors urge judge to reject judge's request for a delay in the case.

Sen. Bob Menendez blocks 2 Biden nominees over frustration with border negotiations. Menendez accused of bribery scheme to benefit Egyptian government. Sen. Menendez blocked two agriculture-related nominations before holiday recess. He is accused of a bribery scheme that benefits the government of Egypt.