Not quite that benevolent. I suspect that he, RR, and select others were confronted with proof of their treason, and were allowed to work for POTUS for a short timer in return for NOT getting death penalty after being found guilty.
Neither. Just saving his hide. I suspect he and a few select others were confronted with evidence of treason, and were allowed to work for GEOTUS for a short time in exchange for NOT getting death penalty when found guilty.