Trigger Warning: Discussion of violence and domestic violence.  

Legal Team, we're kicking off our multi-part deep dive into the federal trial of Tommy Manzo—and yes, we have the full trial transcripts. This episode covers the opening statements from both sides, a refresher on the Manzo family's tangled history, and chilling testimony from the trial’s first witness, Dina Manzo. From mob ties and wedding trades at the Brownstone to shocking allegations of violence, there’s a lot to unpack. Stay tuned for parts 2 and 3!  

What’s on the docket? 

A refresher on the Manzo family’s tangled history 

The Brownstone’s Sopranos cameo and how life imitated art when the feds used it to build their case 

Key takeaways from the prosecution’s opening statement 

The Brownstone “wedding trade” and how it factors into the allegations 

The charges Tommy Manzo faced

The defense’s bold opening argument 

Dina Manzo’s emotional testimony and cross-examination 

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