Podcast Summary
Trendro Agua gang, Denver: The Trendro Agua gang from Venezuela is expanding into the Denver area, taking over apartment complexes with weapons and intimidation, resulting in violent incidents and residents feeling unsafe.
A notorious Venezuelan gang, Trendro Agua or TDA, is reportedly establishing a presence in the greater Denver area of Colorado, taking over apartment complexes with weapons and intimidation. This development, which has prompted criticism about Denver's status as a sanctuary city for illegal migrants, has resulted in shootouts and injuries, leaving residents feeling unsafe. Aurora City Council member Danielle Jurinsky has been vocal about the threat, reporting that at least four apartment complexes in Aurora have been taken over by the gang. Residents have shared stories of multiple shootouts and other violent incidents. The situation underscores the challenges of managing illegal immigration and the potential risks it can bring to local communities. It also highlights the importance of effective law enforcement and community engagement to address such issues.
Sanctuary cities and gang activity: Sanctuary cities, like Denver, experiencing a large influx of illegal immigrants have seen an increase in gang activity. Officials initially downplayed concerns but later admitted to the presence of a Venezuelan gang, TDA, which had taken control of apartment buildings. Governor Polis dismissed community concerns, but Aurora police established a task force to investigate.
Denver, as a sanctuary city, has seen a significant influx of over 40,000 new illegal immigrant arrivals since 2022, making it the city with the highest per capita migration across the nation. Local officials initially downplayed concerns of gang activity, but later admitted that apartment buildings had fallen under the control of a Venezuelan gang, TDA. Governor Jared Polis dismissed community anger and labeled claims of gang infiltration as "imagination." Aurora police, however, confirmed TDA's presence in the region and established a task force to investigate. City council members have expressed concern over the growing gang problem for weeks and accused officials of not being truthful with the public. Reports suggest that gang activity increased following the disputed Venezuelan presidential election on July 28th, and unknown individuals were seen patrolling apartment properties with guns.
Sanctuary cities and defunding police: Sanctuary cities prioritize aid to migrants over American citizens' safety, leading to minimal police response to certain calls and increased crime, including from transnational criminal organizations like TDA, linked to murder and sex trafficking.
Local law enforcement in some areas have reportedly been instructed to send minimal resources to respond to certain calls, including those related to migrant gangs and code violations in apartment complexes. This instruction comes amidst concerns over increased gang activity from transnational criminal organizations like TDA, which have been taking advantage of America's porous southern border. These groups have been linked to violent crimes, including murder and sex trafficking. The situation has been exacerbated by sanctuary city policies that prioritize aid to migrants over American citizens trapped in dangerous living conditions. The Biden administration recently recognized TDA as a transnational criminal organization, but concerns remain about the long-term consequences of prioritizing political correctness over public safety. It is hoped that in the future, we will look back on the sanctuary city and defund the police movements with disbelief at their short-sightedness and potential harm to communities.
Israeli military operations in West Bank: Israeli military operations in the West Bank led to the death of senior Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad commanders, escalating tensions and resulting in clashes, destruction of infrastructure, and casualties on both sides
Israel continued its military operations against Iranian-backed militants in the West Bank, resulting in the death of senior commanders from Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Wissam Qasem, the regional leader of Hamas, was killed during an IDF raid near Jadim, along with two other militants. Qasem was linked to multiple attacks against Israeli communities and was reportedly carrying weapons, explosives, and cash at the time of his death. The IDF also killed Muhammad Jabir, the commander of a local battalion of the Al-Qudsburgades, in a shootout near Mosk in Tukkarm. Jabir was known for planning and executing attacks on Israeli civilians. Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad vowed to continue fighting, while Israel expanded its operations in the West Bank, using bulldozers to destroy roadside bombs and pushing further into the cities of Janine and Tokarim. The clashes resulted in the death of one Israeli soldier and injuries to others.
Israeli military operation in West Bank: Israeli military launched operation to eliminate Iranian terrorist infrastructure in West Bank, eliminating 20 terrorists and apprehending 17 suspects.
The Israeli military, IDF, has launched a military operation in the West Bank in response to increasing violence targeting Israeli civilians. The operation aims to destroy Iranian terrorist infrastructure, as warned by Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz. So far, the IDF has eliminated 20 terrorists and apprehended 17 suspects. The PDB Situation Report, available on the first TV and podcast platforms, will provide further insights on this situation with expert guests Ryan McBeth and retired Brigadier General Doran Gavish. Stay informed and stay safe.