The Backstory

Ecuador Descends into Chaos as Gangs Terrorize Nation

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several stories from around the globe, including the latest from Ecuador where the state is attempting to combat the gangs wreaking havoc in a number of areas.
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Tyler Nixon - Lawyer and Political Commentator
Esteban Carrillo - Journalist and Editor of The Cradle
Dan Kovalik - Professor and Human Rights and Labor Attorney
Jake Angeli-Chansley - Political Commentator
In the first hour, Rachel spoke to lawyer Tyler Nixon about the latest drama from the Hunter Biden saga, as the US President's son appeared at the House of Representatives contempt hearing.
Rachel then spoke to journalist Esteban Carrillo about the surge of gang-related violence in Ecuador, following a cartel leader's escape from prison.
To open the final hour, Rachel spoke to human rights and labor attorney Dan Kovalik about the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip, along with the increased tension in the Red Sea region.
In the final segment, Rachel spoke to Jake Angeli-Chansley about former Arizona-resident Ray Epps' sentencing on Tuesday.
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