This episode of "Hip Hop and Politics" delves into pivotal cultural and political discussions. In "The Cipher," we explore the profound impact of The Ghetto Brothers, a Bronx street gang that transformed into community leaders and a Latin rock band, whose influence played a critical role in fostering early hip-hop culture through peace treaties and street parties. Our "Bars & Ballots" spotlight features a heated exchange between Charlamagne Tha God and Donald Trump, stemming from Charlamagne's comments on Trump's second term and a perceived "political coup" within the Republican Party, leading to Trump's strong rebuttal. The "Street Cred" segment challenges the prevailing narrative surrounding the Cincinnati mob attack, dissecting differing accounts of the incident and questions about racial dynamics and unequal justice. Finally, in "The Walrus Game," we debate two contrasting ideas: whether the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad promotes eugenics and "whiteness" or merely celebrates natural beauty and rejects "woke" corporate trends, and the fundamental tension between Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and a merit-based approach in various sectors of society.