Democratic Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey is facing a second federal corruption trial, with jury selection commencing on Monday. The trial stems from allegations that Menendez accepted bribes from businessmen in exchange for favors, including operating as a foreign agent for Qatar. Prosecutors will emphasize the gold bars that Menendez allegedly received in exchange for using his influence to secure a deal with a Qatari investment fund. The defense maintains that there is no direct connection between the gold bars and any official favors. The trial is expected to last through mid-July.