Tianeptine, found at convenience stores, at smoke shops and online, can mimic an opioid. It is among a growing class of substances that are difficult to control.
Senator Robert Menendez accused prosecutors of conducting a public smear campaign and denied accepting bribes to benefit the governments of Egypt and Qatar.
Senator Robert Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, was charged with accepting bribes, including cash, gold bars and a Mercedes-Benz, in exchange for political favors.