As the public fascination grew, FBI agents descended upon Jewell's life with claims of conducting a training exercise, further embroiling him in an investigation that saw him positioned as the primary suspect in a crime he did not commit. The relentless media circus surrounding him catalyzed a fierce backlash against the institutions that once celebrated him. His friendship with attorney Watson Bryant became vital as they fought to reclaim Jewell's reputation, releasing a polygraph test that validated his innocence. Over time, public sentiment began to shift, revealing the deep-seated injustices faced by Jewell amidst the frenzy of media speculation and an unyielding investigative apparatus.
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