Because it has landed on Netflix recently, I've rewatched Gangs of New York. The process where that corrupt cop is skimming off the top is eerily similar to what's happening now. Down to the part where the police officer claims that his watch is safe ("I could murder someone in the streets and nothing could happen to me!")
This is actually the answer.
1. Arrest and convict scammer
2. Scammer pays bribe from ill gotten gains
3. POTUS profits and scammer let out of jail
Because it has landed on Netflix recently, I've rewatched Gangs of New York. The process where that corrupt cop is skimming off the top is eerily similar to what's happening now. Down to the part where the police officer claims that his watch is safe ("I could murder someone in the streets and nothing could happen to me!")