Manuel Antonio "Tony" Noriega, a Panamanian general, rose to power from poverty, becoming a CIA informant and serving as a source for various powers, including the Colombian drug mafia. Despite his scandals, including infidelity and torture, Noriega's luck seemed to follow him, and he often escaped consequences. However, his actions eventually caught up with him, and he was forced to flee to the papal nunciature after a U.S. military invasion was ordered by President Bush Sr.
Noriega: God's Favorite
Tony Noriega's remarkable journey transforms him from abject poverty to a position of significant influence, leveraging his skills as a soldier, CIA informant, and valuable asset for various organizations, including the Colombian drug cartel he ostensibly battles against.