Highly placed sources in Washington tell CBS News New York that New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is expected to appoint his former chief of staff George Helmy to replace Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez, who announced his resignation in July.
TRENTON, N.J. – Helmy served in that role for five years, making him the longest serving gubernatorial chief of staff in New Jersey history. He is expected to take over for Menendez, who will officially resign from his seat on Tuesday.In July, Menendez was convicted on corruption charges, including taking cash and gold bars. His term will expire Jan. 3, 2025.A newly elected senator will take over the position in January.
Helmy reportedly has not been offered the appointment as of yet, but Murphy is expected to announce his selection later this week. Menendez's replacement could start serving in September, when the Senate is back in session.Menendez resigns after convictionIn his resignation letter, Menendez wrote that he intended to appeal the verdict, but that he doesn't want 'the Senate to be involved in a lengthy process that will detract from its important work.
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