Rioters are not destroying Los Angeles because ICE is performing mass deportations, but because of an ICE operation to crack down on a money laundering operation with drug cartels.

In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the news surrounding the Los Angeles riots. Melissa and Scott analyze the different factors that led up to the city’s unrest, such as the illegal drug cartel activity, and the Democrats’ sore response to curb the riots happening in Los Angeles. They also discuss violent demonstrations in previous years and the American frustration with the illegal immigration crisis. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Spectacle Podcast: Illegal Drug Cartels Caused The Los Angeles Riots with hosts @MelissaTweets and @RVIVRdotcom

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