Understanding the Drug Epidemic in Los Angeles with Three-Time Former District Attorney Steve Cooley

The Fourscore Project

In the second part of the interview with Steve Cooley, the former district attorney discusses the intricate connections between drug cartels and the homeless population in Los Angeles. The conversation delves into how reclassification of drug offenses and changes in bail laws have impacted crime rates and public safety. Cooley explains the implications of recent court decisions and legislative actions, such as Proposition 47 and the AB 109 realignment, on law enforcement and the judicial system. The discussion also covers the complex relationships between international drug trafficking, local drug markets, and the role of China in the precursor chemical supply chain. The episode sheds light on the challenges of managing public safety in large urban areas and the broader societal implications of current criminal justice policies​​.