The story is so not played out. They may file criminal charges against them. No matter what happens BP is hurt for years to come.
So a few billionaires might lose a few millions in the long run.
But their agenda is moved forward. No more drilling - Big Oil is the villain - The federal government needs to control (seize) the oil companies - Leading to one big happy, socialist world.
Oh yeah, and they make BILLIONS and BILLIONS, while gaining more control over you and me and everyone else.