Mike LaSusa

Mike LaSusa, Deputy Director of Content at InSight Crime, dives into the rise of the Tren de Aragua gang from a Venezuelan prison to a transnational threat. He discusses how U.S. immigration policies have spotlighted the gang, impacting innocent Venezuelans caught in the chaos. The conversation reveals the gang's fragmented nature, with individuals exploiting its name for personal gain. LaSusa also highlights the struggles law enforcement faces in identifying members, and the political ramifications that affect vulnerable communities.