Jailed ex-Brazil Congress leader may not get to tell all

 

"Speculation is rife he could take down hundreds of congressmen with him if he turns state's witness, leading local media to label him as a "suicide bomber" loaded with secrets which could implicate legions of legislators.

But there is just one catch: investigators and prosecutors say they would rather see Cunha, accused of taking at least $6.5 million in bribes, imprisoned for the longest time possible if he is found guilty. They only want to cut a plea bargain deal with him if he really offers proof against leaders at the highest level or on an extraordinary number of politicians."
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