32 Witness Protection Program Facts

Does the Witness Protection Program actually work? What, exactly, happens when you enter Witness Protection? In this episode of The List Show, Erin (@erincmccarthy) shares 32 facts about the secretive program that has enabled mafia members to give testimony in a number of high-profile cases.

Big-mouthed mafiosos will want to watch. You’ll learn about the sordid love triangle that got Henry Hill (of Goodfellas fame) booted from the program and the rules that govern choosing a new name.

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For more details about WITSEC, check out our article, 12 Secrets of the Witness Protection Program: http://mentalfloss.com/article/77695/12-secrets-witness-protection-program

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