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Danny Trejo alleges California prison guards profit from illicit cigarette sales

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published October 11, 2026 · Howard Stern · Danny Trejo | Howard Stern Interview
Danny Trejo alleges California prison guards profit from illicit cigarette sales
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Danny Trejo | Howard Stern Interview

What was said

""right now, guards are making millions of dollars just selling cigarettes cuz they took cigarettes out of California prison.""

Danny Trejo claims that after cigarettes were removed from California prisons, some guards make large sums by selling cigarettes as contraband. He gives an example of splitting cigarettes and selling portions at high prices.

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Danny Trejo · guest
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Howard Stern
Episode
Danny Trejo | Howard Stern Interview
Clip time
24:24
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