Episode 210
210: Part 2: Wes Tabor – Corruption, gang violence, and integrity under fire
August 19, 20251h 31mExplicit
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Show Notes
With decades of experience, Wes Tabor shares intense DEA war stories, reflecting on generational changes in policing, the relentless rise of gang violence, and the deadly complexities of drug trafficking in Latin America. He reveals the harsh truth about cartel power, corruption, and the constant fight to uphold personal integrity in the face of danger.
You’ll hear about joint operations with other agencies, life-threatening confrontations, and the evolution of investigative techniques. Wes also discusses life after the badge, the importance of resilience, and lessons from his book Infiltrate America, which exposes the rise of Latin American gangs on U.S. soil.
You’ll hear about joint operations with other agencies, life-threatening confrontations, and the evolution of investigative techniques. Wes also discusses life after the badge, the importance of resilience, and lessons from his book Infiltrate America, which exposes the rise of Latin American gangs on U.S. soil.