[jennyd]

The problem with this idea -Nifong had accused them of trying to influence the DA's office. The group denied it. The last meeting they actually had was in March, before the lacrosse party. If the group tried to make a deal with Nifong and succeeded, why do you think Nifong would make the accusations he made? To me, it's laughable to believe Cheek and Nifong were trying to reach a deal so Cheek wouldn't run.

[Hogeye13]

Have you ever heard of a smoke screen. That is very likely what Nifong's statement is.