CHAPTER 14The conference room in the United States Attorney’s’ Office was filled to capacity. In addition to Special Agent Kari Wheeler and her co-case agent, Becca Benner; AUSA Mitch Whitmore; two attorneys from the security exchange commission and one from the Bankruptcy Trustee’s office sat across from Cuddy Mullins; his chief of staff, Melinda Tribble; his personal attorney, Jillian Stevens; and two more defense attorneys who represented the Foundation for New Visions in Giving. Cuddy also held his little, white terrier in his arms.
“What’s your dog’s name?” Kari asked, resisting the urge to ask if she could pet the adorable canine. She loved dogs.
“Potter,” said Cuddy. “He’s a service animal and authorized to go with me wherever I go.”
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