Session 27: Abscam - Part I

Hey Crimestituents! We're gaveling in another session of Crime in Congress, a new true crime podcast with hosts Harley and Sarah that examines political scandals and infamous crimes with elected officials.

 

This session, we are discussing part I of the infamous abscam - a story of corruption, luxury, and a con man turned FBI informant who would be critical in bringing justice to several high profile politicians. 

 

Sources: 

https://vault.fbi.gov/John%20Murtha/John%20Murtha%20Part%2028#page=6

https://time.com/archive/6855679/the-fbi-stings-congress/

https://etd.auburn.edu/bitstream/handle/10415/3384/Larceny%20In%20My%20Heart.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

https://archive.is/e8xVK#selection-737.89-737.448

 

Gavel strike audio by odditonic 

Instrumental intro/outro music by Dmitry Taras