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White Collar Crime Corruption

The Untouchables

20131 minPGnews

Watch how Wall Street executives evade prosecution for bad mortgage sales in this episode.

White Collar Crime Corruption

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

The Untouchables

2013• 1 minPG

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Watch how Wall Street executives evade prosecution for bad mortgage sales in this episode.

Synopsis

Watch the full-length episode to understand why Wall Street executives are often perceived as 'too big to jail.' FRONTLINE investigates the lack of prosecution for leaders involved in the sale of bad mortgages, highlighting the systemic issues that allow these street executives to evade accountability. The episode raises critical questions about the integrity of the financial system and the implications for justice in America.

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