According to Odaily, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez from New Jersey, a member of the Democratic Party, was found guilty by a jury on Tuesday of accepting bribes, including gold bars and luxury cars, in exchange for his political influence. Menendez is known for his strong criticism of cryptocurrencies, having previously claimed that Bitcoin is an ideal choice for criminals. He is also a co-sponsor of the 'Accountability for Cryptocurrency in El Salvador (ACES) Act,' which requires the U.S. State Department to report on the risks to the U.S. financial system posed by El Salvador's adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.