Chapter 21 - Sloane’s Trial
Nathan Sloane chose trial on several counts.
His defense argued military procurement was complex.
That consulting investments were lawful.
That subordinates altered certifications without his knowledge.
Some points created reasonable disputes.
Others did not.
Mara testified.
So did Marcus.
So did contracting officers.
I testified publicly for limited portions, with security arrangements.
Defense counsel asked:
“You resent Colonel Sloane?”
“Yes.”
“Your brother?”
“Sometimes.”
A few people smiled.
Then:
“You stand to gain financially if the Hartwell-Apex merger changes?”
“Potentially.”
“So you have motive to damage these defendants.”
“I already had the power to stop the merger without this testimony.”
Silence.
That mattered.
My financial interest did not disappear because I was a witness.
We disclosed it.
Truth survives disclosure better than concealment.
The jury convicted Sloane on several fraud and obstruction counts and acquitted him on one broader conspiracy count.
Mixed verdict.
Real.
Evidence did not prove everything prosecutors alleged.
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I respected that.
Justice did not require total victory.
