PoliticsNation

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Rev. Al Sharpton highlights political stories and issues requiring a national platform.... more

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March 03, 2025 A World of Trouble
On today’s episode of Politics Nation, we look forward to President Trump’s joint address to Congress, amid significant division following weeks of controversial actions from his administration.
America's European allies are now considering independent measures for Ukraine following a contentious meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, federal workers are preparing for more chaos as Elon Musk interferes with their jobs without proper oversight.
As Americans tune in on Tuesday, they will be looking for answers on how Trump’s actions will fulfill his promises to reduce inflation, create jobs, and enhance global safety. Will he provide clarity, or will it just be empty rhetoric?
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March 02, 2025 Off The Rails
On tonight’s episode of Politic Nation, America’s allies and adversaries are reacting to the notable exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office.
Tensions have risen regarding peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, as Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance criticized Zelensky for not adequately showing gratitude for U.S. support. Negotiations are currently on hold, and an agreement for U.S. access to Ukrainian mineral resources remains unsigned.
This incident may mark a shift in U.S. policy, with Trump moving away from traditional democratic partners in Europe toward more amicable relations with authoritarian leaders like Russian President Vladimir Putin.
We will explore the political fallout from this meeting and provide updates on budget negotiations in Congress. Additionally, breaking news from New York City reveals that former Governor Andrew Cuomo is announcing his campaign for mayor.
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March 02, 2025 A World Of Trouble
On today’s episode of Politics Nation, we look forward to President Trump’s joint address to Congress, amid significant division following weeks of controversial actions from his administration.
America's European allies are now considering independent measures for Ukraine following a contentious meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, federal workers are preparing for more chaos as Elon Musk interferes with their jobs without proper oversight.
As Americans tune in on Tuesday, they will be looking for answers on how Trump’s actions will fulfill his promises to reduce inflation, create jobs, and enhance global safety. Will he provide clarity, or will it just be empty rhetoric?
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40min
February 23, 2025 You've Got Mail
On today's episode of Politics Nation, government workers received an email from President Trump's unelected efficiency expert, Elon Musk, stating: "Justify your job in five lines or resign."
The Trump administration is also planning a takeover of the postal service. The head of the postal workers' union will explain the threat to this longstanding American institution.
At the Pentagon, the second-ever Black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the first woman to lead the Navy has been removed, along with several other high-ranking officials, accused of being "too woke."
We’ll cover President Trump’s ongoing takeover of the federal government tonight.
Finally, we’ll preview a new documentary addressing the mental health crisis in the Black community, featuring a young filmmaker who tackled the subject shortly after middle school.
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February 23, 2025 The Bully Pulpit
On this episode of Politics Nation, the Rev. Al discusses how the Trump administration embraces its aggressive governing style. Just hours ago, President Trump enthused the crowd at the conservative political action conference in Washington.
This right-wing event Has become a celebration of the harsher aspects of Trump 2.0. Today, our Civil Rights Summit panel will address the mass firings, deportations, and the consistent demonization of immigrants, transgender Americans, and anyone who embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion values.
While these strongarm tactics may thrill the Maga supporters able to attend this political rally in D.C., they face a cooler reception throughout mainstream America. Even lawmakers in Republican districts are now receiving communications from constituents, realizing they might be unable to effectively count on this administration to deliver the government services essential for a functioning country.
The key question remains: How will Americans respond to a new administration that leads with a closed fist when they expect a helping hand?
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42min
February 17, 2025 Testing the Limits
The second Trump administration is now in its fifth week, facing several significant challenges. In Washington, budget negotiations are set to start, but Elon Musk’s Doge team is significantly cutting government agencies.
Republicans need unity within their divided caucus or support from outraged Democrats to avoid a government shutdown, particularly concerning social programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and SNAP. Meanwhile, Trump officials are headed to Saudi Arabia for peace talks about Russia-Ukraine, while concerns about U.S. support for Ukraine linger.
European leaders are preparing for an emergency security summit in Paris after Vice President J.D. Vance's visit raised more questions regarding U.S. foreign policy. In New York, we await a federal judge's decision on the Justice Department's motion to dismiss the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, which led to several DOJ prosecutors' resignations.
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February 16, 2025 City Limits
On this episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton discusses how the Trump administration's decision to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pushed the city's political landscape to the brink and sparked a revolt within the U.S. Department of Justice.
This scandal caps off another whirlwind week for the White House. President Trump publicly supported Elon Musk and his chaotic efforts to dismantle the federal government.
Democratic Congresswoman Terri Sewell joins us to discuss President Trump's Doge Commission, which his billionaire associate, Elon Musk, leads. The commission continues to disrupt the federal government by cutting off payments and firing workers. Critics argue that these actions are being taken without regard for existing laws and regulations. The effects of these cuts are even being felt in heavily Republican states like Alabama.
While President Trump claimed he would restore faith in God during his second term, his support for religious communities was minimal.
Just weeks into his administration, he has allowed immigration raids to occur in houses of worship, cut funding for specific religious charities, and is working on a new version of his Muslim travel ban.
Tonight, in honor of Black History Month, we have convened a civil rights summit on religious liberties featuring Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union for Reform Judaism, and Reverend Freeman Palmer, Conference Minister of the United Church of Christ's Central Atlantic Conference.
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February 09, 2025 The Trump Blitz
It's Super Bowl Sunday - with kickoff just over an hour away.
President Trump will appear at the big game tonight, joined by tech mogul Elon Musk. In a pre-game interview with Fox News, Trump hinted at plans to target budget cuts in the education and defense departments, with Musk's team backing these efforts.
Plus, House and Senate Republicans are struggling to meet Trump's budget demands amid looming government shutdown threats at the end of the month.
Later, Sports journalist Jemele Hill also discusses the Trump effect on the NFL, which claims to uphold its off-field diversity efforts, even as its main social justice initiative has been removed.
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February 09, 2025 Hostile Takeover
Tonight, in Politics Nation, political and legal battles are raging over how far President Trump can go in remaking the entire government in his image.
Using his billionaire tech buddy Elon Musk as muscle, Trump has targeted agencies like the Treasury and U.S. AID, trying to push out thousands of workers he doesn't like and eliminate scores of programs he disagrees with—regardless of whether he has the legal authority to do so.
Trump and Musk's smash-and-grab tactics have mobilized Democrats to push back, leading to shocking scenes of elected lawmakers being locked out of vital government agencies. Even unelected henchmen from Musk's doge committee are allowed to run wild inside.
We'll have the latest on all of it ahead. Plus, this week's civil rights summit zeroes in on the fight for the soul of America's schools as the Trump administration tries to terminate the Department of Education and radically transform the way we teach our children about race.
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47min
February 03, 2025 A Government at War with Itself
On this episode of Politics Nation, the new Trump Administration finds itself deeply embroiled in a web of conflicts, including possible trade wars with America. Rev. Al Sharpton discusses the new tariffs imposed on Mexico, Canada, and China with Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen. Meantime, the Trump administration’s purge of DEI workers at the federal level continues, but long-time civil servants are pushing back and paying for it with their jobs.
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