 Prosecutors contend Menendez received gold bars over $480,000 in cash and a luxury car, which all founded his residence during a 2022 FBI raid. Prosecutors allege the New Jersey Democrat took bribes from three New Jersey businessmen to protect or enhance their business interests. Stocks bumped to a mixed close today. The Dow was down 31 points. The Nasdaq closed up 50 points. This is NPR.