Escobar's influence reached the highest levels of government from "summary" of Killing Pablo by Mark Bowden
Pablo Escobar's power was not confined to the drug trade; it extended into the highest echelons of government. He had the ability to corrupt officials at every level, from local police officers to high-ranking politicians. With his immense wealth and ruthless tactics, he was able to buy off or intimidate anyone who stood in his way. Escobar's influence was so pervasive that he was able to manipulate the legal system to his advantage. He could evade capture and prosecution by leveraging his connections within the government. His control over key decision-makers allowed him to operate with impunity, despite the best efforts of law enforcement to bring hi...
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