>>http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=5476761
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>>I know the Feds spent a great deal of time and money on this....and they obviously want results.
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>>My understanding is that the indictment would only occur if they felt they had a STRONG case. I've been wondering for months if this would ever heat up again...looks like it will.
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>Someone explain to me why Congress needs to get involved in sports issues like this?

I can't give a valid reason why Congress should get involved. But I can give you a three word answer as to why they do.

Publicity, Publicity, Publicity