Andrew Weissmann: Outlandish and Outrageous
The Bulwark Podcast
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The Landscape of Fraud Prosecution
This chapter explores notable fraud cases like the Volkswagen scandal and a healthcare fraud involving false cancer diagnoses, shedding light on the disparities in prosecuting white-collar crimes. It critiques the political climate that influences law enforcement priorities and underlines the impact of resource allocation on justice for affluent criminals. The conversation also addresses the authority dynamics within the U.S. Department of Justice, emphasizing how higher-ups shape local prosecutorial strategies.
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