“Senator Menendez is an irreplaceable leader for our state and advocate for the values we all share, but he’s also more than that — he’s an example of the American dream in action and proof that with hard work a Hispanic kid from Union City can rise to the highest possible level. I will continue to stand by my friend Bob Menendez as he endures the coming months and I’m certain that he will be vindicated, both by our court system and by our voters.”