Close Menu
Hey, Visit us tomorrow!

If you love the idea of seeing all the strange stuff happening in the world right now, bookmark this page and come back again.

Join My WhatsApp Channel
People Are Loving These Stories...

Brutal Russian Lathe Machine Accident Video Explained

How the Hell Did the $50k Italian Van Gogh Chair with Swarovski Crystals Break?

Is the Black Flag in Iran a Call for War? What Does This Mean?

Recent Comments
  • Anonymous on The Real Reason Why It’s Called No Kings Day, and Why Are So Many People Protesting?
  • p 999 on When Does Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Take Place? Is it Canon?
  • Y89 SLOTS on 1, 2, 3, All Eyes on Me Ending Explained
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Reddit TikTok Snapchat Threads
Averagebeing
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube WhatsApp
Averagebeing
Home»News»Who Is Nadine Arslanian? Bob Menendez’s Wife Indictment Explained
News

Who Is Nadine Arslanian? Bob Menendez’s Wife Indictment Explained

Who is involved in the Bob Menendez indictment case? Senator indulges in gold, cars, and cash.
Aaheli PradhanBy Aaheli PradhanSeptember 23, 2023Updated:November 5, 2023No Comments5 Mins Read626 Views
Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Copy Link LinkedIn Tumblr Email Reddit WhatsApp
Who Is Nadine Arslanian? Bob Menendez's Wife Indictment Explained
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Copy Link Reddit WhatsApp

Bob Menendez, the US Senator and chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has been charged with bribery of hundreds of thousands of dollars, in cash and kind. The case involved Menendez, his wife Nadine, and three other businessmen who have fattened up the senator’s purse.

The charges include conspiracy to commit bribery, conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, and conspiracy to commit extortion under color of official right.

More than $480,000 in cash, stuffed in envelopes, clothing, closets, and a safe, were found in the senator’s home in Englewood Cliffs. So, let’s find out the specifics of this case.

Bob Menendez’s Indictment Explained

US Senator Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine Arslanian, have been indicted on federal bribery charges for accepting bribes in the form of cash, gold, luxury car, and more from three businessmen in exchange for his senatorial influence.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is calling on Sen. Bob Menendez to resign immediately after he and his wife were indicted on bribery charges. According to the indictment, prosecutors found cash stuffed in a jacket bearing his name and gold bars wrapped in paper towels. pic.twitter.com/M6Wb0A9d5m

— CBS Evening News (@CBSEveningNews) September 22, 2023

Bob Menendez is the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. One of the businessmen involved, Wael Hana, frequently arranged meetings between the Egyptian government officials and Menendez for a lucrative contract.

Menendez allegedly “provided sensitive US government information and took other steps that secretly aided the government of Egypt” in exchange for a bribe.

It was also alleged that Menendez called state prosecutors to disrupt an investigation into another businessman in exchange for a car. Menendez stated that forces behind the scenes have tried to dig his political grave.

He claims that people can’t accept a “first-generation Latino American from humble beginnings could rise to be a US Senator and serve with honor and distinction.”

Who Is Nadine Arslanian?

Nadine Arslanian Menendez is the wife of US Sen. Bob Menendez, who is the intermediary between Menendez and the three co-indicted businessmen who sought the senator’s help with their personal and legal issues in return for bribery. She also acted as a conduit between Menendez and international government officials.

Nadine Arslanian met Bob Menendez at an IHOP restaurant in 2018. They married in 2019 after getting engaged at the Taj Mahal in India where he sang to her. Arslanian is a Lebanon-born Armenian immigrant. She introduced Menendez to the couple's co-defendants. pic.twitter.com/XhDba6jHsz

— Victoria Brownworth (@VABVOX) September 23, 2023

Nadine was born in Lebanon, and she is of Armenian descent. Her parents emigrated to the USA and settled in New York when she was a child. She acquired a master’s degree in French from New York University and even raised two children in Bergen County. She started the Strategic International Business Consultants company in June 2019.

Bob and Nadine met each other in 2018 at an IHOP in Union City. They later got engaged at the foot of the Taj Mahal when they were on a trip to India in October 2019. They got married a year later in  Queens.

According to the indictment charges, Nadine received a luxury car, gold bars worth thousands, as well as help with the mortgage. She also received a consultant fee for facilitating the meetings between the Egyptian officials and Menendez.

In March 2020, Nadine allegedly texted an Egyptian official, “anytime you need anything, you have my number, and we will make everything happen.”

Wael Hana

Wael “Will” Hana is an old friend of Nadine with ties to Egyptian government officials. After Nadine started dating Menendez, she and Hana arranged meetings between the senator and Egyptian officials, where they often discussed arms sales and aid.

Hana allegedly promised payments to Nadine in exchange for facilitating the meetings and a promise of a “low-or-no-show job” at his company.

Federal bribery charges against Senator Robert Menendez and his wife for a “corrupt relationship” with three New Jersey businessmen — Wael “Will” Hana, Jose Uribe, and Fred Daibe —were a surprise to nobody. We should all be disappointed but not in the crooked politicians… pic.twitter.com/P4ZBhwtbuW

— Lisa McCormick (She's one of Us!) (@LisaMcCormickNJ) September 22, 2023

In 2019, the Egyptian government granted Hana’s company an exclusive monopoly on certifying that US food exports to Egypt were compliant with halal standards. Hana had no experience in the business area. The US Department of Agriculture believed it would raise costs for US meat suppliers, but Menendez tried to silence them.

Jose Uribe

Jose Uribe is another businessman involved in the case who works in trucking and insurance and has a record of fraud. Some associates of Uribe got into legal trouble, and he was concerned that the case would implicate him.

Hana discussed the case with Nadine and Menendez, and shortly afterward, the senator urged the New Jersey attorney’s office to wrap up the prosecution.

Uribe gave $15,000 to Nadine, which she used for a down payment on a Mercedez-Benz convertible, and continued to make its monthly payments.

Fred Daibes

Fred Daibes is a longtime fundraiser for Menendez and was charged with bank fraud in 2018. In March 2022, Nadine brought two one kg gold bars to a jeweler to be sold, which were previously possessed by Daibes.

In October 2021, when Menendez and Nadine were returning from a foreign trip, Daibes’ driver drove them home, and Menendez searched “how much is one kilo of gold worth” on the Internet the day after.

According to the DOJ, Senator Bob Menendez and his wife:

Agreed and accepted $100s of thousands of dollars of bribes, in exchange for using Menendez's power and influence as a Senator to seek to protect and enrich [Wael Hana], [Jose Uribe] and [Fred Daibes], and to benefit the… pic.twitter.com/0rwU1gDVRL

— Edward G. 🇺🇸🦅 (@realEdwardG) September 23, 2023

In January 2022, Nadine texted Daibes, “Christmas in January.” Afterward, Menendez called the Justice Department official handling the Daibes prosecution.

Later that month, Menendez again searched for the value of gold bars. The gold that Nadine tried to sell was possessed by Daibes, as indicated by their serial numbers.

This is the second time that Bob has been indicted, and many are of the opinion that he will escape the charges just like he did last time.

Comment below on how you think the case will proceed.

Crime News
Follow on Facebook Follow on WhatsApp
Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp
Aaheli Pradhan Author at Averagebeing.com
Aaheli Pradhan
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

Aaheli Pradhan is a force to be reckoned with - a feisty grandma who lives life on her own terms. With a deep love for BL manga and a firm belief that Maggi is the national dish, she proudly embraces her inner weeb. Beyond her love for all things anime and pop culture, Aaheli is a multi-talented individual with a never-ending list of hobbies. From knitting to drawing, her creative pursuits know no bounds. But beware - her revenge of choice is spoiling every series you watch, so don't dare cross her! As an author, Aaheli brings a unique perspective to her writing, infusing her stories with her passion for all things geeky. Her ability to blend humor, heart, and a touch of quirkiness makes her a standout in the literary world. With her sharp wit and creative prowess, Aaheli is a rising star who is not to be underestimated.

Related Posts

How the Hell Did the $50k Italian Van Gogh Chair with Swarovski Crystals Break?

June 15, 2025

Is Trump’s Parade Canceled? I Mean, Did It Rain on Trump’s Parade?

June 15, 2025

Did They Catch the Shooter in Minnesota? Also, What the Hell Happened to Melissa Hortman?

June 15, 2025
Add A Comment
Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Join My WhatsApp Channel
Averagebeing.com WhatsApp Channel
Top Stories
0210 Views

How the Hell Did the $50k Italian Van Gogh Chair with Swarovski Crystals Break?

By Just a guyJune 15, 20254 Mins Read
084 Views

Is Trump’s Parade Canceled? I Mean, Did It Rain on Trump’s Parade?

By Just a guyJune 15, 20254 Mins Read
015 Views

Did They Catch the Shooter in Minnesota? Also, What the Hell Happened to Melissa Hortman?

By Just a guyJune 15, 20254 Mins Read
Join My WhatsApp Channel
Averagebeing
Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp
  • Know About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Editorial Policy
© 2025 Averagebeing.

Each day, stupid stuff keeps happening in our world. Some can really have an impact on us, the average everyday person, while others can be oddly fun to laugh at.

Whatever the story is, let's keep an eye on these weird news.

Turn on the notifications, follow our Facebook page, join our WhatsApp channel, bookmark Averagebeing.com, and keep coming back daily if you like these strange stories because you might not find us again if you trust Google
.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

Ad Blocker Enabled!
Ad Blocker Enabled!
Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. Please support us by disabling your Ad Blocker.