PoliticsNation

By Rev. Al Sharpton, MS NOWNews

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September 28, 2025 The Retribution Tour
September 27, 2025; 5pm: In today's episode of 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the President's apparent obsession with following through on his campaign to seek revenge against his political enemies by any means necessary. Former FBI Director Jim Comey, a longtime nemesis of the President, is currently facing federal charges initiated by the Trump Justice Department, following public demands from the President.
In a significant breaking development this evening, the President has instructed the Pentagon to take the unprecedented step of deploying troops within the United States to address what he describes as "Antifa terrorists" threatening ICE facilities in Portland, Oregon. The Mayor of Portland and the Governor of Oregon are currently addressing this situation, and we’ll provide updates as they develop.
Additionally, tonight we will hear from New York City Mayor Eric Adams regarding his intentions to remain in the race to lead America's largest city.
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45 min
September 20, 2025 Underneath it all
September 20, 2025; 5pm: On today's 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses another torrent of news from Washington this week.
Members of the U.S. House, from both parties, acknowledged the life of Charlie Kirk as the nation grapples with his legacy ahead of the far-right podcaster's funeral tomorrow.
Meanwhile, Congress held high-profile hearings on public health safety and the leadership of the top domestic law enforcement agency. These hearings devolved into confrontations between FBI Director Kash Patel and lawmakers in both chambers.
To make matters worse, the Senate adjourned without passing a bill to prevent a government shutdown, leaving less than ten days to do so.
But the chaos in Washington is just a surface-level distraction from the underlying tension in Trump's America. The political divide feels deeper than ever.
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43 min
September 14, 2025 America On Edge
September 12, 2025; 5pm: On tonight's episode of "Politics Nation," host Reverend Al Sharpton addresses the national alert following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This tragedy has ignited a discussion about the rising threat of political violence as federal investigators examine the incident in Utah.
The administration is also advocating for crime-fighting measures in American cities, with Memphis, Tennessee, potentially being the next focus. Reverend Al Sharpton speaks with Mayor Paul Young, a Democrat, about this tonight.
Additionally, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will join the show to discuss his bid for Mayor of New York City, sharing his thoughts on reducing political tensions and his stance on the Trump agenda if elected.
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44 min
September 08, 2025 Democracy at Risk
September 07, 2025; 5pm: On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses recent demonstrations from the Capitol to Chicago, where Americans are voicing their anger against a presidential administration that is overstepping its power. The Voting Rights Act—the hallmark of the civil rights movement—is in jeopardy as Republicans initiate a redistricting arms race. Louisiana is asking the Supreme Court to weaken crucial protections of the Act, risking majority-minority congressional districts at a time when Trump is targeting Democrat-led cities for federal operations. We can expect significant developments this week, with insights from two congressmen deeply involved in this issue. Additionally, with the mayoral election just two months away and Trump visiting New York City today, I will speak with Democratic nominee Zohran Mam-Dani about his campaign and his plans if federal troops are deployed.
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50 min
September 07, 2025 War And Peace
September 6, 2025; 5pm: On tonight's episode of 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses how Chicago is preparing for a federal crackdown on immigration and crime by a president who claims to support peace and law and order but is increasingly talking about war.
Less than 24 hours after signing an order to rename the Defense Department, the commander-in-chief posted on social media this afternoon, asserting that "Chicago is about to find out why it's called the Department of War."
This threatening message comes as the administration already attempts to expand its policing efforts in Washington, D.C. and faces court rulings that declared the president's deployment of the National Guard to handle anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles illegal.
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42 min
September 01, 2025 City Limits
August 31, 2025; 5pm: On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses with the Chicago Mayor the preparations for a possible influx of immigration agents into the city, which could begin as early as this week.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is outlining his strategies this weekend to protect the rights of city residents amid a federal crackdown. The White House responded just hours ago.
Across the country, community leaders are closely watching to see how President Trump will handle his politically charged confrontation with Democratic cities, most of which are led by Black mayors.
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46 min
August 31, 2025 Full court press
August 30, 2025; 5pm: On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the setbacks faced by the Trump administration after legal challenges to its second-term agenda.
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41 min
August 27, 2025 Trump Versus The Cities
August 24, 2025; 5pm: On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses President Trump's threats to expand military deployments to cities with black mayors and significant non-white populations. The Washington Post reports that the Pentagon plans to send thousands of National Guard troops to Chicago next month, supposedly to address crime. Both Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor J.B. Pritzker have rejected this operation as unnecessary. Additionally, Trump targeted Maryland's black governor, Wes Moore, threatening a similar crackdown in Baltimore. Meanwhile, Trump is using Washington, D.C., as a testing ground for his authoritarian policies. In breaking news, National Guard troops in D.C. will be armed starting this evening.
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46 min
August 24, 2025 Flooding the zone
August 23, 2025; 5pm: On today's episode of "Politics Nation," host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the Trump administration's efforts to use sensational headlines to avoid accountability.

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41 min
August 17, 2025 State of Black Hollywood
August 16, 2025; 5pm: On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton shares breaking news about negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. President Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky in Washington following a failed summit with Russian President Putin in Alaska.
Axios reports that Trump plans a trilateral summit with Putin and Zelensky by August 22. He also spoke with Zelensky and EU leaders over the weekend about a possible NATO-like security guarantee. Although Trump once claimed he could end the war in 24 hours, he now suggests a ceasefire is unlikely but maintains that a peace deal is near.
Additionally, federal forces and the National Guard have been mobilized in Washington, D.C., amid a redistricting battle between Republicans and Democrats.
Later, we will speak with director Spike Lee about the state of Black Hollywood.
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41 min