What does it take to be a spy?

The World

Paul Whelan is an American detained in Moscow over espionage charges. His family says he’s innocent. But the ex-Marine’s case is curious. Does he have what it takes to be a spy? Or is he a freelancer of sorts? Host Marco Werman speaks with former FBI operative Eric O’Neill. 

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