'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3: Red Label whisky and Crown Vics, how does Mike McLusky make money?
KINGSTOWN, MICHIGAN: 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 has been intense, presenting Mayor Mike McLusky (Jeremy Renner) with significant challenges as he handles crises in Kingstown.
As mayor, Mike is responsible for maintaining balance and order in Kingstown, which is plagued by crime and corruption. He mediate between rival gangs, negotiate with law enforcement, and manage the complex relationships between various power players in Kingstown.
This job requires a tremendous amount of effort, dedication, and resilience. In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3, his efforts to curb the drug trade and reduce gang violence require not only strategic planning but also a deep understanding of Kingstown's underworld.
Amid escalating violence, money is essential for survival in Kingstown. Fans can't help but wonder how Mike manages to make money while handling the constant crises that come with his role as the de facto mayor of Kingstown.
How does Mike McLusky make money?
A mayor usually collaborates with municipal officials and other leaders to manage the day-to-day operations of the local government. In the show, law enforcement officials, DA and mayor work together to ensure order within the prison and in Kingstown.
Fans have been curious about how Mike makes money. Various fans have taken to Reddit to share their views and theories. Some speculate that his connections within the prison system and local law enforcement might provide him with various sources of income.
A fan wrote on Reddit, "Am I supposed to believe that Mike is doing this massive headache of a job for what appears to be little to no money? He makes money from what, those clients w kids in jail? What could that possibly bring in? Unless he gets a piece of Bunny’s action, this entire premise of a de facto “mayor” makes no sense. Still love the show, just saying."
Another fan commented on this Reddit post, saying, "Mike isn't working for free. Clients pay at the front desk. The things he does for the cops and the gain he gets paid for in favors and reputation - which he uses to get what his clients want, which is why they pay him."
Another fan shared on Reddit, "Are the cops also working for free? Sure they have a sense of duty but they also pull a paycheck. People need money for basic expenses. Putting gas in the car, paying rent, food. I’m talking earning a basic living. He’s risking his life and he’s the only one in this entire show not pulling a paycheck or running some kind of hustle."
A fan said on Reddit, "He gets paid by his clients and the feds." A die hard fan of the show shared on Reddit, "He does make money from the clients though he doesn’t personally handle their problems like we saw in Season 1. There was a scene this season after his mom’s funeral where Rebecca tells Mike to go home, Mike argues and Rebecca mentions he’s barely at the office and she handles the clients on his behalf. Basically Rebecca sees the clients in office and makes calls on Mike’s behalf so they’re still making money from the office."
The fan continued, "Mike signed the C.I paperwork in season 1 with the FBI and they stated he’d get paid monthly (I think $2,500). If I remember correctly, the flat rate for clients is $500 (Mike says it could be more if he has to get evolved). So $2,500 from the FBI, plus whatever Rebecca pulls from clients through the month, which whenever we see the office during open hours it’s almost always packed so a rough estimate would be that Mike and Rebecca pull at least $5,000 a month (if it’s slow). Again, when we see the office during open hours it’s packed so really it could be more like $10,000 a month."
A fan shared their perspective on Reddit, stating, "Probably for the same reason why people run for president. Power." Another fan suggested on Reddit that that Mike does not appear to have inherited wealth or large sums of money from outside sources, implying that his income and financial stability come from his current activities and roles in Kingstown.
Mike's source of earning has been a matter of concern for fans since the start of 'Mayor of Kingstown'. Many viewers have speculated and debated how Mike, who holds a unique and unofficial role in managing the town's criminal and political affairs, sustains himself financially.
A fan wrote on Reddit, "His dad was killed and I’d assume he had a life insurance policy in that area with a devoted wife like Miriam.
He lives at home, car is old and paid off, too busy to eat, never goes out to have fun, wears the same thing everyday, so probably doesn’t need a lot of money."
Another fan wrote on Reddit, "His waiting room stays full, he is a FBI informant, ($2,500 a month), he is a Kingstown PD CI, plus the money from all of the gangs. Hell he made $10K the very 1st episode off of Milo. Remember, he told Pete 'Number one, I'm not your brother. Two, don't act like I fuckin' work for you. If you want something from me, you fuckin' ask. And then you fuckin' pay for it like everybody else.'"
It seems likely that many fans believe Mike is working with the FBI, and this belief has sparked theories about how he earns money. However, the show has yet to confirm or deny these speculations, leaving fans to debate and explore various possibilities regarding Mike's sources of income.
How will Mike McLusky handle the escalating violence in Kingstown?
In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3, Kingstown finds itself embroiled in chaos exacerbated by rampant drug abuse and shifting alliances.
The scourge of drug abuse in Kingstown has already led to many deaths. This influx of drug not only fuels violence and crime but also tests Mike's ability to maintain order as the unofficial mayor.
With the formidable alliance between Konstantin (Yorick van Wageningen) and Merle Callahan (Richard Brake) solidifying in 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3, Mike may face various challenges in his quest to restore balance to the troubled town.
It would indeed be intriguing to see how Mike navigates his duties amid the escalating tensions and potential gang warfare over the drug trade in Kingstown.
How to stream 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3?
'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episodes 1-6 are currently available for streaming on Paramount+.
New episodes of 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 are released every Sunday, offering fans a weekly dose of drama, suspense, and a lot more.
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'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 trailer