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One wildcard with the threat of criminal probes is to which side would Powell come down on, witness for the prosecution or defense?
Race is a too simplistic answer for the people operating at these levels. For them, it’s all about the power (control) and money.
Could he have once again been called upon to be the good soldier and word as the ambassador between the old and new regime?
Who stands to lose and needs Powell either in the loop with the new regime on point?
Who stands to lose money or more importantly, who with money needs to curry favor with the new regime and can make use of Powell?