'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3: Why Kareem Moore might have a target on his back ahead of finale
Contains spoilers for 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3
LANSING, MICHIGAN: In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 2, Kareem Moore (Michael Beach) stepped in as interim warden following the prison riot. By Season 3, he officially becomes the warden, now responsible for overseeing the entire prison.
However, he increasingly resists cooperating with Mike McLusky's (Jeremy Renner) in his efforts to maintain peace in Kingstown.
Kareem's negligence and ego could lead to significant consequences in 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3.
Additionally, if Kareem prioritizes his authority over effective collaboration, it could undermine efforts to maintain stability within and outside the prison, leading to chaos in Kingstown.
Kareem's ego and negligence could paint a bullseye on his back in 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3
As 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 unfolds, the relationship between Mike and Kareem has taken a dramatic turn, highlighting their increasingly apparent differences.
While Mike strives to uphold peace and order through strategic alliances and diplomatic efforts, Kareem appears more determined to address issues independently.
In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episode 2, Big Hush (Jock McKissic) suddenly falls ill, displaying symptoms such as foaming at the mouth, severe pain, and ultimately dying while vomiting a white substance.
It is later revealed that the drug was the cause of death. This raises the question: how did the drugs get into the prison?
Despite his position as warden and responsibility for maintaining security and preventing contraband from entering the prison, drugs still managed to infiltrate the facility under Kareem's watch.
This situation highlights potential negligence or lapses in the prison's security measures under Kareem's oversight.
When Merle Callahan (Richard Brake), the leader of the Aryan Brotherhood, arrived at Kingstown Prison, Kareem didn't even inform Mike.
This delay in Mike learning about Merle's presence highlights his diminishing influence over Kingstown's affairs.
If Kareem and Mike had worked together, they could have potentially prevented the chaos caused by the bomb attack outside the Kingstown Police Department, where Mike later met Merle.
When Mike learned of Merle's arrival, he cautioned Kareem to be vigilant, emphasizing the importance of careful handling. However, Kareem's ego seemed to prevent him from heeding this advice.
In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episode 3, when Mike visits Ian Ferguson (Hugh Dillon), Kareem abruptly enters and challenges Mike's presence, insisting that Mike, not being part of the Kingstown Police Department, should leave.
Kareem dismissed Mike's informal role as mayor, believing it shouldn't hold any real power, and therefore excluded Mike from key decisions.
However, Kareem failed to recognize that involving Mike could have been beneficial in maintaining peace within the prison.
The animosity between Kareem and Mike, exacerbated by their differing approaches and Kareem's reluctance to cooperate, creates a vulnerable situation. Now, Merle could exploit the tension between Kareem and Mike.
Kareem's safety is compromised amid power struggles and internal conflicts
It has been revealed that a new prison guard, Kevin Jackson (Denny Love), a new prison guard whom Kareem has been mentoring, is working as an informant for Bunny Washington (Tobi Bamtefa).
This guard went as far as eliminating the woman responsible for smuggling tainted drugs into the prison.
Kareem remains unaware of this betrayal, as his attention is consumed by the escalating pressures of his role as warden.
This distraction further complicates his ability to maintain control and security within Kingstown prison, leaving him vulnerable to unexpected betrayals and internal threats.
Kareem finds himself deeply involved in the intensifying conflict within the prison, as tensions between the Aryan Brotherhood and the Crips reach a critical point.
If this tension leads to another riot like in Season 1 of 'Mayor of Kingstown,' Kareem could find himself targeted due to his pivotal role in managing order and security.
Merle emerges as a significant figure in the escalating conflict within the prison. His influence and actions play a crucial role in fueling the ongoing war.
If the simmering tensions escalate into another outbreak, Kareem's leadership and personal safety hang in the balance.
How to stream 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3?
'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episodes 1-7 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