Episodio 5: Chao, Carmelo

Investigación

De vuelta a Miami, Laura observa las ruinas de un imperio criminal.

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26 de enero de 2026

De vuelta a Miami, Laura observa las ruinas de un imperio criminal y reflexiona sobre la intersección entre el poder global y los delitos financieros, así como sobre lo que le depara al futuro de Venezuela.

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