Joe Adonis and Frank Costello testify before the Kefauver Committee in the early 1950s

The transcript describes the frustration of Cooper and his colleagues with repeated methods during interrogations. It highlights the continual clashes between committee members and witnesses, which sometimes led to lighter moments, such as a humorous exchange between Cooper and Frank Costello, who is referred to as the alleged Prime Minister of the Crime empire.

What methods were used that frustrated Cooper and his colleagues?

Describe the nature of the clashes between committee members and witnesses.

What lighter moments occurred during the interrogations?

Who was involved in the exchange mentioned between Cooper and Frank?

What was Frank Costello's alleged role in the crime empire?