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We’ve been following (kinda) the Balloon Boy saga, and it looks like it’s about to wrap up.  Charges have been filed, and it is expected that the Heenes will plead guilty. 

We’d brought up the idea of Richard being a rice chaser and taking advantage of Mayumi’s supposed cultural subservience, but what is ironic in this situation is that her nationality has now come into play.  Mayumi is a citizen of Japan and could theoretically face deportation for her role in this crime:

The threat of deportation for Mayumi Heene was a factor in the plea deal negotiation, the attorney’s statement said.