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As World War II approached, Marcello’s criminal organization thrived, largely unaffected by federal scrutiny that plagued other figures in organized crime. His businesses expanded into numerous profitable ventures, including gambling and real estate, finely blending illegal and legitimate operations that made him all but untouchable. Operative and discreet, Marcello utilized a unique combination of corruption and influence, ensuring that everyone from judges to police officials had a vested interest in maintaining positive relations with him.