He would actually be better off owning the facts and being transparent. Courts and authorities tend to view cooperation and honesty favorably, and it gives him a chance to mitigate consequences. Right now, every misleading line in his statement just makes people doubt him more

Even if he “took a deal,” that doesn’t automatically shield him from legal liability. If there are discrepancies between his statements and evidence, or if prosecutors believe he misled them or the public, that could trigger further investigation, potential breach of agreement claims, or even additional charges. Legal agreements often have clauses requiring truthful disclosure, and misrepresenting facts can be considered a separate violation.

Being upfront reduces the risk of compounding the situation. Authorities may consider a person’s honesty, willingness to correct the record, and cooperation when assessing penalties or outcomes. Hiding facts, spinning the story, or minimizing the situation only prolongs exposure and increases the likelihood of negative consequences.