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4.22.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: VA Redistricting Win for Democrats. MAGA Cries Rigged. Earth Day Justice & ICE Fight
Virginia voters have approved a new congressional district map that may enhance Democrats' electoral prospects in November. MAGA supporters are claiming the election was "rigged." We'll discuss why this represents a victory for democracy.
A Virginia activist will explain why ICE's plan to convert a vacant 9,000-square-foot building in Suffolk into office space is not the best idea.
Today is Earth Day, and we'll speak with the Executive Director of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice about alternative approaches to environmental justice, especially in light of the Trump administration's rollbacks of critical initiatives.
And we will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by exploring the underlying issues that contribute to such tragedies. Tonight, we will focus on how to escape violent situations and what healing looks like for survivors. We will also discuss the legal aspects, including temporary restraining orders and the potential charges and sentences for offenders.
Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws.
The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups.
Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum.
A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral.
The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican.
We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship."
In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn.
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Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws.
The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups.
Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum.
A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral.
The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican.
We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship."
In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn.
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4.21.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: FL Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns. DOJ Probes SPLC. Racist Cop Video Sparks Outrage
Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws.
The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups.
Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum.
A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral.
The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican.
We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship."
In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn.
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4.20.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shreveport Mass Shooting Kills 8 Children. Domestic Violence Crisis. Trump HBCU Claims Exposed
A shocking incident occurred early Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children--seven of his own kids and one of their cousins--in a mass shooting. This tragic event has sparked a conversation about the shooter's mental health, based on claims made by his family. We will explore the difference between mental health and mental illness, particularly in relation to unspeakable crimes.
This week, we are addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the underlying issues that lead to such tragedies. Tonight, we will examine how parental suicides affect their children. We'll speak with Texas Representative Jolanda Jones about how her father's suicide impacted her life, and we will have a psychologist explain how individuals can overcome such trauma.
Despite Donald Trump's false claim that he "saved HBCUs," he is actually overseeing the largest economic attack on historically Black colleges and universities in U.S. history. Journalist Michael Harriot will shed light on this issue.
And Congressman Bobby Scott will join us to discuss why Virginians should vote yes on Tuesday's redistricting referendum.
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3.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
Black farmers get shut out of Trump White House farmers event - Again. John Boyd, the President of the National Black Farmer Association, will be here to explain if he ever got an invitation.
Georgia Republicans tried to suppress votes by targeting nonpartisan district attorneys in five metro Atlanta counties. We will have two Georgia lawmakers here to discuss the situation.
In North Carolina, a judge has upheld the state's voter ID law.
A MAGA-aligned dark money group used an unauthorized photo of President Barack Obama and misrepresented his position on the Virginia referendum.
Michael Eric Dyson delivered a powerful prayer on the floor of the Tennessee State House, which may have left some white evangelicals wanting to confront him afterward. I'll be speaking with him and Justin Pearson, who invited him to pray.
Racist Pete Hegseth reportedly blocked the military promotion of four officers – two women and two Black men – to become one-star generals.
And South Africa claims it was disinvited from this summer's G7 summit after the U.S. pressured France.
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4.17.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling
A Los Angeles County judge has formally dismissed voluntary manslaughter charges against two former Torrance police officers involved in the 2018 shooting death of a Black man, Christopher DeAndre Mitchell. I will speak with the family's attorney and an activist about how the judge's decision is affecting the community.
We will continue our discussion of mental health in the Black community and speak with an expert about coping with grief.
In tonight's Crockett Chronicles, Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett delivers a direct response to the ongoing debate surrounding sanctuary policies, shifting the focus from local politics to federal responsibility and accountability.
A jury has found that Ticketmaster and Live Nation operated an anticompetitive monopoly over large concert venues. Morgan Harper will explain how this verdict will impact your wallet.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. loses his composure when Alabama Congresswoman Terri Sewell reminds him just how unqualified he is for his position.
And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, we'll showcase loungewear for women who desire the unmistakable feeling of luxury and style.
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