6.6.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MAGA Targets Black Votes: Texas/La. Fight Back, Job Market Woes, Deportee Returns, Booker-Cruz Clash

We've been telling ya'll - these MAGA maggots are coming after our votes! We'll show you how lawmakers in Texas and Louisiana are fighting back!

Our job market is sending mixed signals. While the numbers suggest growth, millions of working families continue to struggle to make ends meet. We'll have an analysis of May's job report with economic justice advocate Morgan Harper.

The 29-year-old Salvadoran man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador is now returning to the U.S to face federal charges.

We'll show you the heated exchange on Capitol Hill between Senators Cory Booker and Ted Cruz during the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on threats against federal judges. We've got the highlights.

And--we'll tackle the growing mental health crisis among Black males, both young and old. A licensed psychotherapist joins us to discuss key factors and offer guidance on how families can support their loved ones.

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6.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ras Baraka Sues After Arrest, CBO Blasts Big Beautiful Bill, Crockett for Top Oversight Panel Spot

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is breaking his silence and taking legal action after his controversial arrest outside an immigration detention center, he says it was politically motivated, and he's joining us live as he campaigns for governor.

Plus, a scathing new report from the Congressional Budget Office drops the hammer on House Republicans... "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." The CBO says it could blow a $2.4 trillion hole in the deficit and leave millions without health care.

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett makes a bold move to lead Democrats on the powerful House Oversight Committee, hoping to bring the Democratic Party back from the Brink.

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6.3.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Damning Diddy Trial Testimony, DOJ Grant Lawsuit, Michael Blake for NY Mayor & HBCU Fashion

In the Diddy trial, prosecutors called the California hotel security guard where Sean "Diddy" Combs was caught on video assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in March 2016. Legal Analyst Candace Kelley joins us to break down today's testimony.

A national leader in criminal justice reform files a class-action lawsuit against the Department of Justice after the sudden termination of $820 million in grant funding. We'll speak with some folks involved in the case.

The New York Mayoral Primary is three weeks away. Tonight, we'll speak with candidate Michael Blake about why he's the best candidate for the job.

In today's Shop the Marketplace segment, we're spotlighting HBCU Legacy Fashion, a brand that redefines how families celebrate their HBCU pride with timeless style and purpose.

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6.2.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Texas GOP Gerrymander, Tulsa’s $105M Road to Repair, Joni Ernst & Moral Monday Arrest

MAGA strikes again, in Tarrant County, Texas, commissioners are set to vote on a new political map after two months of debate over whether Republicans are trying to politically or racially gerrymander the county.

Tulsa's first Black mayor, Monroe Nichols, is unveiling a bold new initiative--The Road to Repair. We'll talk to the mayor and Civil Rights Attorney, and Justice for Greenwood founder Damario Solomon-Simmon about the $105 million investment to help restore what was stolen from Black families impacted by the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa is under scrutiny for her handling of voter concerns at a recent town hall.

A federal appeals court has blocked a Trump-era attempt to slash thousands of federal jobs, ruling that the former president overstepped. We'll discuss the impact.

It's Moral Monday! Rev. Dr. William J. Barber will share details about his arrest today and explain how they are standing against Trump's budget, which threatens to harm the most vulnerable among us.

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5.30.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shocking S.C. Ocean Blvd Shooting, Trump Ends Black Biz Aid & History Channel Omits Slavery

A deadly shooting on South Carolina's Ocean Boulevard leaves 11 people injured--including teens-- and one person dead. Community leaders question whether the dead suspect shot the 11 people before police killed him. Tonight, we'll speak with an activist searching for answers and one of those young survivors who will share what really happened during the chaos and what's next for her recovery.

The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, moves to end a program that's helped Black business entrepreneurs for decades. We'll discuss what this means for our community's future and economic power.

With the changes in education, what's the future for charter schools? The CEO of the National Charter Collaborative will be present to discuss how the administration's policies may affect charter schools.

And renowned historian Gerald Horne, author of The Counter Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery & Jim Crow and the Roots of American Fascism, will be here to discuss the History Channel's omission of slavery in the series, "The Men Who Built America." You don't want to miss that conversation.

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5.29.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Explosive Diddy Testimony, Trump Tariffs Paused, Musk Quits DOGE, Visa Crisis & RFK Vaccine Update

Explosive testimony rocks the courtroom in the Diddy trial... His former assistant takes the stand, accusing the hip-hop mogul of repeated sexual assault. We've got the latest from inside the courtroom and what it could mean for the case.

A federal appeals court granted the Trump administration's request to temporarily pause a lower-court ruling that struck down most of Trump's tariffs.

Elon Musk is out... The billionaire walks away from DOGE... So why the early exit and what does this mean for your tax dollars and so called "efficiency" in Washington.

And Black international students are being caught in the crossfire of a changing visa system. We're talking delays, denials, and deep uncertainty. We'll break down what's happening and Nana Gyamfi from the Black Alliance for Just Immigration joins RMU to talk about the real impact on Black students and families.

Plus, RFK drops COVID vaccine recommendations for healthy kids and pregnant women, and health experts warn another pandemic could be on the horizon.

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5.28.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NC Voter Roll Lawsuit, Diddy Trial Update, Musk Rips ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ & Mike Sumler’s Death

The Justice Department sues North Carolina, accusing state election officials of failing to maintain accurate voter registration lists, which could potentially impact hundreds of thousands of registrations. We'll break down what's at stake and how this lawsuit could affect upcoming elections.

Inside the Diddy trial... Emotional testimony today, detailing allegations of violent acts. We'll discuss the latest developments, including the denial of the mistrial.

Plus, the "Big Beautiful Bill" may not be so pretty after all. Elon Musk is blasting the GOP's massive tax and spending plan, calling it a terrible deal for America. What does this mean for your wallet and the future of the national debt?

And some sad news, Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler, a member of the legendary music group Kool & the Gang, died in a car crash.

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5.27.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Diddy on Trial, Trump’s Vietnam Golf Scheme, Pelley Slams Trump & SA White Genocide Response

We have more updates on the Diddy trial. The government's lead prosecutor, Maurene Comey, now says the prosecution will rest its case after five weeks, one week earlier than expected. Legal Analyst Candace Kelley joins us with the latest developments.

CBS News anchor Scott Pelley's anti-Trump graduation speech went viral this weekend, and the MAGA crowd is fuming. His remarks on the attacks against journalism are sparking a serious debate -- we'll play some of that for you.

In our Marketplace segment, he went from the gridiron to the cast iron, bringing us sauces and seasonings. I'll talk to former NFL player Reggie Kelly about his Kyvan Foods.

And--we're remembering a true giant in Black politics. Charles Rangel, the Lion of Lenox Avenue, has passed away at the age of 94. We'll reflect on his legacy and lasting impact.

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