Topic: Drug Lab

Catherine Madison reveals that during a period when George Roden occupied Mount Carmel, a drug lab was discovered on the property. She describes David Koresh showing evidence of a "white powder" to the local sheriff, who allegedly tasted the substance and left hurriedly without taking action. Madison claims this evidence of illegal activity by previous occupants was ignored by authorities.

The speakers discuss ongoing construction and maintenance at a site that resembles Noah's Ark, specifically mentioning painting and caulking tasks scheduled for the following week. They dismiss rumors about a drug lab while referencing the difficulty of keeping information online due to potential viruses.

Clive Doyle denies that the Branch Davidians operated a drug lab, explaining that a previous leader, George Roden, had allowed convicts to run illicit activities in the mid-1980s. Doyle claims the Davidians turned over leftover drug paraphernalia to the Sheriff's Department upon reclaiming the property in 1988.

The discussion focuses on the Posse Comitatus Act and the illegal use of military equipment against U.S. citizens. Jack DeVault explains that the government falsely alleged a drug lab existed at Mount Carmel to bypass legal restrictions on using tanks and helicopters. Mike Hanson concludes the segment by promoting other local access shows, including those hosted by Jeff Davis and Greg Erickson.

Survivors denied government allegations of operating a methamphetamine lab, stating that David Koresh maintained a strict anti-drug policy. They clarified that a drug lab and pornography ring had existed on the property in the mid-1980s under previous leader George Roden, but Koresh's group turned over the remnants to the Sheriff's Department in 1988. Prior to the raid, the group reportedly had a friendly rapport with local law enforcement.