The article demonstrates how sacrifices are springboards for wider narratives and to garner sympathy for the Cabal members.

FJB is a prime example of this principle, as well.

Considering his career trajectory, I'm heavily leaning toward sacrifice on his part. Wojohowitz, though ... someone pointed out to me that she's been AWOL since testimony, resignation and if she turned snitch, this could be a witness protection thing. Or retribution. But I'd almost expect a red scarf or something more obvious in that case, because messaging is important to mafias.