Aaron Swartz needed a few million dollar for his defense (probably the main cause of suicide).
I don't think $50 million for someone like Kim who was probably at the top of the list of the Obama administration along with Osama Bin Laden, is that outrageous.
Actually, that's only 50x more than a person would need to spend to defend a federal criminal suit in the US. It is a big number, but not completely outlandish, especially for someone the government has it in for.
Probably includes a public relations team, campaign contributions and other favors in kind. Given the about-face by the NZ gov't (in a short time too) I can believe $50 million.
Do you speak with any experience or have any information that might be able to back your claim? I'm not saying you're wrong, just want to see an informed discussion.
I don't think $50 million for someone like Kim who was probably at the top of the list of the Obama administration along with Osama Bin Laden, is that outrageous.