This week, the gavel came down with some side-eye. Trump’s bid to dodge a defamation case from the Exonerated Five? Denied. Meanwhile, Tashera Simmons—first lady of Ruff Ryders past—wins back child support but loses out on the music rights. We’re talking justice, legacy, and how Black folks keep fighting for what’s rightfully ours. From respect to residuals. 

Learn more about coerced plea deals from the Innocence Project.

Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC. Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams and Dustin Ross. 

Executive Producer: Dossie McCraw

Senior Producer: Ashley J. Hobbs

Music licensed by: Epidemic Sound

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