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HBCUs & DNC Hit with Threats, State Dept. Warning After Kirk’s Death, 9/11, Crockett, Paramount Deal Sep 12, 2025

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9.11.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: HBCUs & DNC Hit with Threats, State Dept. Warning After Kirk’s Death, 9/11, Crockett, Paramount Deal

Five Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the Democratic National Committee headquarters receive terrorist threats.
The State Department says it will bar entry to foreign nationals who publicly downplay or mock Charlie Kirk's death. Yes, you heard that right.
Twenty-four years ago today, nearly 3,000 people were killed in New York City, Washington, D.C., and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after 19 al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four U.S. planes. We will reflect on that day and its lasting impact.
Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is once again speaking hard truths--this time about the devastating effects of MAGA Republican policies that are literally starving children. We'll show you what she had to say.
And in business news, the newly formed Paramount Skydance Corp.--born from a recent merger--is reportedly preparing an offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. We'll dig into what that could mean for the media landscape.
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Kirk Shot, Rep. Frost & Rep. Higgins Clash, Jeffries Rips Trump, Lisa Cook Ruling Sep 11, 2025

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9.10.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Kirk Shot, Rep. Frost & Rep. Higgins Clash, Jeffries Rips Trump, Lisa Cook Ruling
MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk is dead after getting shot in the neck while speaking at a Utah college event.
It got hot during today's congressional committee meeting over proposed bills to increase federal control of D.C.'s criminal justice system. Democrat Maxwell Frost calls Republican Clay Higgins a "lap dog," and we've got the footage.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries accuses Trump and House Republicans of failing to lower costs for everyday Americans. We'll break it down.
A judge says Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook can remain on the job, for now.
A Texas pastor says white parents should warn their kids about Black people.
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Mo. GOP Map Targets Black Voters, Pressley Demands Powell Answer on Black Jobs, Pastor vs. MAGA Sep 10, 2025

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9.9.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MO GOP Map Targets Black Voters, Pressley Demands Powell Answer on Black Jobs, Pastor vs. MAGA
Missouri Republicans have passed a proposed congressional map that could expand the GOP's razor-thin majority in the U.S. House. Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke will join us to discuss the racist efforts aimed at undermining Black and minority representation in Congress.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley is demanding that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell address the rising unemployment rate among Black women. She'll be here to explain why Black women's employment is a "key metric of the health of the U.S. economy."
A New York pastor calls out MAGA Christians. His message: "Don't confuse them with real Christians."
Racist conservative commentator Charlie Kirk is blaming young white women for the "West's fertility collapse."
Tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace segment is for art lovers. The award-winning artist, DomoINK, who created the James Baldwin piece in our studio, will explain how her work brings representation to people of color.
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Trump’s City Threats, Missouri Dems Sit-In, SCOTUS Racial Profiling & Jeffries Jan. 6 Panel Picks Sep 09, 2025

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9.8.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s City Threats, Missouri Dems Sit-In, SCOTUS Racial Profiling & Jeffries Jan. 6 Panel Picks
In Missouri, tensions are high as House representatives debate a new, controversial congressional map, but Democrats aren't having it; they've staged a sit-in on the House floor. I'll talk to one of those state representatives.
The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, says he doesn't want to "go to war" with American cities... but a recent social media post says otherwise.
A bombshell Supreme Court 6–3 decision, which says immigration raids can now use race, ethnicity, and even language as "reasonable suspicion." Elie Mystal is here to weigh in on what this means for racial profiling in America.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries appoints three Democratic members to sit on the GOP's new panel investigating the January 6 riot at the US Capitol.
And in our Fit! Live! Win! segment: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I'll talk to a doctor about prevention, the importance of early detection, and what Black men need to know to protect their health.
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Tarrant Jail Deaths Outrage, Black Jobless Rate Rises, Tabitha Brown Sparks Debate, RMU 7th Anniv. Sep 06, 2025

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9.5.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Tarrant Jail Deaths Outrage, Black Jobless Rate Rises, Tabitha Brown Sparks Debate, RMU 7th Anniv.
More than 70 people have died while in custody in the Tarrant County, Texas, Jail since 2017. These unanswered deaths are sparking outrage, and the Sheriff is refusing to appear before the commission to explain what's going on. His reason...Commissioner Alisa Simmons' "hostile" behavior. She's here to explain why she's going so hard demanding accountability and transparency.
August's job report signals a significant slowdown in employment growth. Morgan Harper will discuss the uptick in the black unemployment rate.
Tabitha Brown has ruffled some feathers by telling some want to be entrepreneurs they need to get a job.
One of the Greensboro Four has died. We'll pay tribute to Major General Joseph McNeil.
And we're still celebrating our 7th anniversary, sharing some of the best moments and conversations right here on Roland Martin Unfiltered.
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7th Anniversary of #RolandMartinUnfiltered, 4 Years of Black Star Network, Ivey on Guard & Epstein Sep 05, 2025

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9.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: 7th Anniversary of #RolandMartinUnfiltered, 4 Years of Black Star Network, Ivey on Guard & Epstein
It's Thursday, September 4, 2025. Do you know what day it is? It's our anniversary! We are celebrating seven years of Roland Martin Unfiltered and four years of the Black Star Network. We have a packed house in the studio tonight for this special occasion.
Here's what's coming up on Roland Martin Unfiltered, streaming live on the Black Star Network.
We have some guests from our premiere show, and we will showcase some of our best, most unforgettable, and most-viewed moments.
Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey will join us to discuss the National Guard deployment, the possibility of a government shutdown, and the infamous Epstein files.
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Trump Eyes National Guard For Chicago, Epstein Files Chaos, Baptist Power Play, Clarke vs. Mills Sep 04, 2025

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9.3.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Eyes National Guard For Chicago, Epstein Files Chaos, Baptist Power Play, Clarke vs. Mills
The convict-in-chief is considering whether to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago or a city with a governor who, he says, would welcome them, like New Orleans.
Jeffrey Epstein survivors and several lawmakers gathered on Capitol Hill, demanding the full release of his case files.
The leadership of the Southern Baptist Convention is overwhelmingly white and male. Texas pastor Reverend William Dwight McKissic will be here to discuss the conservative movement to "Make Baptists Great Again."
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke calls out Representative Cory Mills over allegations of harassment. We'll show you her introducing a resolution to censure him.
And in our Tech Talk segment: Across the country, more families are choosing homeschooling. We'll speak with the founders of Cocoa Classroom, who are helping reshape education for Black families.
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Trump’s Guard Move Ruled Illegal, Jeffries Slams Gerrymandering, Entrepreneurship, Whiff & Nibble Sep 03, 2025

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9.2.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s Guard Move Ruled Illegal, Jeffries Slams Gerrymandering, Entrepreneurship, Whiff & Nibble

A federal judge says, Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in California broke the law, violating a 19th-century ban on using the military for domestic policing.... Retired Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honoré will weigh in on what this means to Trump's threats to send troops into Chicago.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is calling out MAGA Republicans for gerrymandering voting maps across the country. You'll hear directly from him on what's really at stake for our democracy.
We're talking about what it truly takes to be an entrepreneur. I'll be talking to an expert about how to avoid the pitfalls of entrepreneurship.
And in our Shop Black Star Network Marketplace segment, we'll talk to the founder of Whiff and Nibble. A company that brings you food-themed gifts that smell as good as they look.
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Katrina 20 Years Later, Trump Nobel Prize Push, Black Ohioans Face Deep Inequities Aug 30, 2025

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8.29.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Katrina 20 Years Later, Trump Nobel Prize Push, Black Ohioans Face Deep Inequities
Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, we examine the lessons learned, the resilience of New Orleans' communities, and the road still ahead. Community leaders and educators will be here to share with us the changes that have helped keep the city thriving.
The delusions from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue hit a new high as some around the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, are pushing for him to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. We'll show you how an Indian anchor broke down why he should never be considered for the coveted award.
New data reveals deep inequities still impacting Black Ohioans in health, education, and opportunity. The president of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation will be here to discuss the current state of affairs and what needs to change.
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Louisiana Voting Rights SCOTUS Battle, Trump Firing Spree, U.S. Open Racism, Emmett Till 70th Aug 29, 2025

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8.28.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Louisiana Voting Rights SCOTUS Battle, Trump Firing Spree, U.S. Open Racism, Emmett Till 70th
Louisiana is taking its fight over voting rights straight to the U.S. Supreme Court. The state seeks to gut a key provision of the Voting Rights Act by prohibiting the use of race in redistricting. Activist Gary Chambers will be here to discuss what's really at stake for Black political power.
Trump's firing spree continues. His latest casualty, Surface Transportation Board member Robert Primus. Could it be his stance on a merger that got him fired?
Controversy at the U.S. Open... A French player is under fire after making racist remarks toward American Taylor Townsend, a Black woman, right after losing their match.
And the family of Emmett Till takes the same train ride from Chicago to Mississippi to commemorate the 70th anniversary of his brutal lynching.
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