EXCLUSIVE: Vlad Asks John Pennisi if Feds with Him Now for Protection, He Won't Answer Jessica Todd 1,164 views • comments -------- In this clip, John Pennisi spoke about his life after testifying in three trials against his former Lucchese family brothers, and he denied being aware of any hits placed on him. John then spoke about being indicted for RICO charges, which was a result of him going to speak to the FBI about information he had about his time with the Lucchese family, including his own crimes. John revealed that he was given 5 years probation for the charges, and he added that he's still being protected by the FBI.