Posted on 03/25/2024 4:11:40 PM PDT by ImJustAnotherOkie
It may seem like a surprise to many that there could be a confrontation between Chinese gangsters at a marijuana farm on the Oklahoma prairie.But it is a reality that has been commonplace in Oklahoma since legislators opened the state up to the medicalmarijuana business.
As of January 2022, there hadn't been widely reported cases of Chinese gangsters specifically involved in the Oklahoma marijuana business. However, it's important to note that organized crime groups often exploit vulnerabilities in various industries, including the cannabis market. Here are some ways in which organized crime groups, including those with Chinese connections, might become involved.
One such violent confrontation recently took place at one of the hundreds of farms, this one in Lacey, Oklahoma, in Kingfisher County. The attackers were illegal immigrants from China who ransacked the operation, which in the first place was an illegal operation. The actions of state legislators have led to this mess of gargantuan proportions. More from this section US rate cuts 'can and will' start this year if trends continue: Fed chair US rate cuts 'can and will' start this year if trends continue: Fed chair
Organized crime generally has become involved in Oklahoma through a few wide-open gaps in the lack of foresight into what medical marijuana would bring with it. This begs the question:How do you set up a medical marijuana system and allow anyone to apply for a license? Why was the system not restricted to distribution by pharmacists or doctors?
Chinese organized crime gets involved in Oklahoma in five primary ways:
Illegal Distribution Networks: Organized crime groups may infiltrate the marijuana market through illegal distribution networks, smuggling operations, or by setting up illicit dispensaries.
Money Laundering: They could use the marijuana business as a front for money laundering activities, leveraging the cash-heavy nature of the industry to legitimize illegal funds.
Extortion and Protection Rackets: Organized crime groups might engage in extortion or protection rackets targeting legitimate marijuana businesses, especially in regions where law enforcement or regulations are lax.
Cultivation and Production: Criminal organizations might operate illegal grow operations or manufacturing facilities, producing marijuana outside the bounds of state regulations and taxation.
Investment and Front Companies: Chinese gangsters could potentially invest in or establish front companies within the legal marijuana industry to launder money or control legitimate operations.
Chinese organized crime has dominated much of the illicit marijuana trade across the U.S. All of this of course is aided by the current U.S. immigration policy that endangers Americans every day. According to representatives of the state and federal governments, the mobsters collaborate in a loose but well-organized group that is under the control of mafias with roots in southern China and New York. Triads is a term for these criminal organizations that were once a secret society symbol. They have power at home and in the diaspora, and they are said to have an agreement with the Chinese government.
Since Colorado became the first state to legalize marijuana for personal use in 2012, a patchwork of marijuana-related legislation has developed across the country. State authorities generally require licenses and put limits on cultivation, and federal law prohibits interstate sales. But steep taxes on legal products and gaps and differences in laws across states have created the conditions for a massive black market to thrive.
Oklahoma has quickly become a top supplier of illicit weed. Although street prices fluctuate and calculating the value of a black market is complex, officials estimate the value of the illegal marijuana grown in the state at somewhere between $18 billion and $44 billion a year. State investigators have found links between foreign mafias and over 3,000 illegal groups, and they say that more than 80% of the criminal groups are of Chinese origin.
Oklahoma drug agents are fighting back against Chinese organized crime that is linked to the illegal marijuana industry.The violence in Kingfisher County gained national attention, showcasing Oklahoma's position as a new and lawless frontier in the marijuana trade.
During an interview, Donnie Anderson, the head of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs, stated that Chinese organized crime has "taken over marijuana in Oklahoma and the United States."
A large number of the victims are Chinese immigrants, many of whom were brought across the border from China illegally in order to work on farms that were surrounded by fences, surveillance cameras, and guards armed with firearms and machetes. These immigrants were forced to work in conditions that were frequently harsh. An unfortunate consequence of this form of indentured servitude is that traffickers coerce Chinese immigrant women into prostitution for the benefit of the management of the agricultural labor force.
"It would be unwise to dismiss the fact that the Chinese state is aware of the activities of Chinese organized crime in the U.S.," Anderson stated, "and to deny any association between the Chinese state and organized crime."
In February, a group of 50 U.S. legislators sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland, expressing their concerns about Chinese nationals who are allegedly involved in operating numerous illicit marijuana farms throughout the country. The legislators specifically mentioned their worries about potential ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
The bipartisan group of lawmakers, which consisted of almost all members of Oklahoma's congressional delegation, inquired about the potential investigation into connections between federal authorities and the marijuana underworld, as well as the amount of illicit revenue that flows back to China.
In an emailed statement, a spokesperson for the Department of Justice stated that they intend to address the inquiries put forth by the legislators. "The Department is currently focused on developing a marijuana enforcement policy that aligns with federal guidance regarding state legalization initiatives," stated Peter Carr, the spokesperson. One of the key focuses of the federal enforcement policy is to ensure that the proceeds from the illegal distribution of marijuana do not end up in the hands of criminal enterprises, gangs, and cartels.
When asked about Chinese organized crime in the marijuana industry, a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington, D.C., stated in an email that they were not familiar with the details. According to Liu Pengyu, the spokesperson, China is actively engaged in combating drugs, which is considered a universal threat.
In the written statement, Liu emphasized the importance of adhering to local laws and regulations and avoiding any illegal or criminal activities while abroad. The Chinese government is committed to combating drug crimes and actively participating in international anti-drug cooperation. They are dedicated to resolving the drug issue with other countries, including the US, in a proactive and responsible manner.
Is that not racist. The Chinese taking over Black jobs?
Bad news for OK. Chinese gangs in the state. Possible fentanyl laced weed too (not even mentioned).
The government went bankrupt running a whorehouse in Nevada years ago. Why would anyone think they could design a functional system for selling pot?
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Remember, everyone, our Dem masters say we should call our friends we haven’t met yet “newcomers” instead of illegals or p.o.s. thugs. even “undocumented p.o.s. immigrants” isn’t allowed.
RE: bankrupt government whorehouse.
Amazing the government couldn’t even get that right even though politicians are the second oldest profession. Usually indistinguishable from the other one.
Chinese gangsters adapt to Oklahoma’s ways. Old days had desperados, punks taking over a town, corrupt bank owner who bribes the politicians, train robbers and horse thieves.
Now....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSfyV93VkVY
This is chilling. There is no way any US President, progressive or not would allow the complete annihilation of the USA, UNLESS, he and his advisors are colluding with a foreign entity to take us down. It just makes no sense whatsoever.
“We don’t smoke marijuana in Muskogee...”
As distasteful it is that this is run by imported Chinese mobsters (we don’t have enough home-grown variety mobsters?), the fact is there wouldn’t be a problem without a market full of willing American consumers.
How can this be? All the potheads and deluded non pot smokers insisted that there would be no more drug crime if we legalized pot. Gee...what a miracle.
10% to the Big Guy adds up.
Yeah but the Chinese gangsters have BOGO offers and the frequent buyer cards make the savings add up quick. And on your birthday get an additional 25% off!! Who can say no to that?
Muskogee in Chocktaw/Creek/Cherokee county. the Chinese gangsters better watch their backs
This is chilling. There is no way any US President, progressive or not would allow the complete annihilation of the USA, UNLESS, he and his advisors are colluding with a foreign entity to take us down. It just makes no sense whatsoever.
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So, who do you think benefitted the most from Brandon’s pulling out of Afghanistan???
I just don’t believe that, not that Biden wouldn’t do it. The man is 81 years old, maybe three years to live, it would have to be an astronomical amount of money to destroy a nation, so where is he going to spend it, Rehobeth Beach? Does anyone really believe Joe Biden wants his Presidential legacy, to be known as the last US President and the one who colluded to take America down? No there is something far more sinister and evil going on. I honestly believe it is the Davos, World Economic Forum crowd that is running the world and the USA is the last road block.
I also don’t believe it is financial as much as ideological.
They who have no allegiance to the United States, even tho they have lived here a long time, work with the UN and others.. It’s no big deal to them to go where the money is.
And one says we are not a Christian nation.. It’s no wonder miss Liberty feels left out.
The ears and hearts of too many, are numbed and closed, to truth
I guess this just goes to demonstrate that there is no place in the continental US that is safe anymore. And here I was hoping to find a nice little ghost town to disappear to.....
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