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89. Nov 2, 2025
November 2, 2025
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88. Nov 1, 2025
November 1, 2025
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87. Oct 26, 2025
October 26, 2025
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86. Oct 25, 2025
October 25, 2025
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85. Oct 19, 2025
October 19, 2025
On today's Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton discusses over 7 million who joined nationwide 'No Kings' protests yesterday. Tonight, live from Chicago, organizers say a quarter-million marched against a Trump agenda that has made the city the center of his authoritarian push. While the 'No Kings' protest was peaceful, a separate protest at an ICE facility resulted in multiple arrests for the second day, as Trump asked the Supreme Court to allow sending National Guard troops to Chicago. Sharpton will speak with Congressman Jonathan Jackson about the weekend's events and hear from a Catholic priest who tried to give communion to detainees at the Broadview facility.
84. Oct 18, 2025
October 18, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton reports breaking news as "no kings" demonstrations are taking place across the country. Organizers have scheduled over 2,500 rallies with millions expected to join. Republicans have spent days accusing the protestors of hating America. But many of the loudest voices at today's events are calling for a return to the democratic principles this country was built on. All of this is happening even as the government shutdown enters its third week. And the trump administration is increasing mass deportations and militarized crackdowns on major cities. We'll have all the latest updates and the top political news of the day. The ranking member of the House Budget Committee is standing by. And we'll react to the president's unexpected commute. Disgraced former New York congressman George Santos has been released from jail after serving only a fraction of his seven-year sentence for federal crimes.
83. Oct 12, 2025
October 12, 2025
On today's episode of 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton covers the ongoing government shutdown, now in its twelfth day with no resolution in sight.
President Trump is traveling to the Mideast to promote his peace deal. Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas are exchanging hostages this weekend, though details of the agreement remain unclear.
The Speaker of the House has already dismissed Congress for the upcoming week, but Democrats plan to return on Tuesday for an emergency caucus meeting.
While military members are expected to receive their paychecks this week via an executive workaround, many other federal agencies are experiencing chaos and confusion.
The American public may soon feel the tangible effects of a government brought to a halt.
82. Oct 11, 2025
October 11, 2025
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81. Oct 5, 2025
October 5, 2025
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80. Oct 4, 2025
October 4, 2025
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79. Sep 28, 2025
September 28, 2025
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78. Sep 27, 2025
September 27, 2025
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77. Sep 21, 2025
September 21, 2025
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76. Sep 20, 2025
September 20, 2025
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75. Sep 14, 2025
September 14, 2025
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74. Sep 13, 2025
September 13, 2025
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73. Sep 7, 2025
September 7, 2025
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.
72. Sep 6, 2025
September 6, 2025
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.
71. Aug 31, 2025
August 31, 2025
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.
70. Aug 30, 2025
August 30, 2025
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.
A federal appeals court ruled that Trump overstepped his authority by using emergency powers to impose tariffs. Additionally, a judge blocked fast-track deportations, a key aspect of Trump's immigration policy.
Despite these issues, the White House continues operations in Democratic-run cities, with ICE planning increased immigration enforcement in Chicago. Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed how his city is preparing for the administration's threats to deploy the National Guard and other forces for a crime crackdown that many residents oppose.
69. Aug 24, 2025
August 24, 2025
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.
68. Aug 23, 2025
August 23, 2025
On today's episode of "Politics Nation," host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the Trump administration's efforts to use sensational headlines to avoid accountability. The Justice Department has released new information related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, including audio and transcripts from a jailhouse interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as numerous documents for congressional investigators. This new data raises more questions than answers. Meanwhile, the president threatens to enforce his crime crackdown across the nation, regardless of other cities' desires. Additionally, his former National Security Advisor is under FBI scrutiny for mishandling classified documents.
67. Aug 17, 2025
August 17, 2025
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66. Aug 16, 2025
August 16, 2025
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65. Aug 10. 2025
August 10, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton addresses the situation in the Texas State House, which will reconvene tomorrow. However, Republicans are unlikely to vote on their redistricting map, backed by President Trump, as several Texas Democrats remain in Illinois and California in protest. Governor Greg Abbott mentioned that this stand-off could last for years, with Republicans claiming Democrats are just as guilty of redistricting manipulation. Vice President J.D. Vance even claimed Democrats have inflated census numbers by adding undocumented immigrants to blue states. In turn, Democratic governors have challenged Republicans, expressing their readiness to confront the redistricting issue while dismissing threats of federal law enforcement targeting Texas Democrats. And that is where we begin tonight.
64. Aug 9, 2025
August 9, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the Texas House, which adjourned in just minutes again due to over a dozen Democratic lawmakers being absent. This absence prevents Texas Republicans from achieving the quorum needed to advance a congressional redistricting map that would strengthen their majority.
Republican lawmakers are calling on the federal government to intervene, specifically asking Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker to return the missing legislators and urging the Texas Supreme Court to remove them from office.
This stand-off appears to have energized Democrats, who are looking for ways to resist the Trump agenda. Prominent Democratic governors are offering support to Texas legislators, with some ready to challenge Republicans on redistricting ahead of the midterms.
62. Aug 3, 2025
August 3, 2025
On tonight's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton discusses breaking news: Texas House Democrats are announcing plans to break quorum tomorrow. Their goal is to block a Trump-backed Republican redistricting plan that could cost them as many as five congressional seats in the upcoming midterm elections. The chairs of the Democratic Caucus will hold a press conference later tonight in Chicago, hosted by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker. We have an all-star lineup to break it all down, including former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder.
61. Aug 2, 2025
August 2, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses how Donald Trump has treated his presidency like a golf game, bending the rules for advantage. This week, Trump fired a top economist after a disappointing jobs report and is pressuring Republican lawmakers to gerrymander voting maps ahead of the midterms to mitigate political backlash. Additionally, just days before the sixtieth anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, the John Roberts Supreme Court seems ready to undermine the Act in a case affecting two Black-majority congressional districts in Louisiana.
60. July 27, 2025
July 27, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the breaking news: President Trump announced a deal after EU talks, amid his trip to Scotland for golf. The big question is how this impacts U.S. states and cities, which are facing economic uncertainty and social upheaval due to shifting trade policies and deportations. I'll ask Colorado Governor Jared Polis soon. Later, we explore challenges for America's mayors with the Mayor's Association President and a promising candidate for Minneapolis' next mayor. I'll also critique Trump's new executive order on homelessness, which I believe will worsen the problem.
59. July 26, 2025
July 26, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton addresses the challenges facing the country, largely due to President Trump's actions. Currently in Scotland, Trump is on a trip that promotes his golf courses, adding millions to the $52 million taxpayers have already spent during his second term.
As he tees off overseas, troubling details about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein are emerging. Despite this, the administration is attempting to divert attention. Todd Blanch, Trump's personal lawyer turned Deputy Attorney General, recently met with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's convicted accomplice, without the prosecutors who brought Epstein to justice.
Trump hasn't ruled out a potential pardon for Maxwell. To distract from the scandal, Trump is targeting Black leaders, including former President Obama, while releasing outdated files on Martin Luther King Jr. His tariffs are in effect, his mass deportation plan is underway, another government shutdown is approaching, and the midterm elections are just a year away.
58. July 20, 2025
July 20, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton highlights President Trump's reminder on his Truth Social platform that we've reached the halfway mark of his second term, which he calls one of the "most consequential" periods in American history.
While many Americans may agree, opinions vary on whether the outcomes are positive or negative. Recent polling indicates a significant decline in support for his policies, especially regarding immigration and the economy.
Adding to the turmoil are escalating mass deportations, a trade war of Trump's own making, and a growing scandal related to the Epstein files. The pressing question is what the next three and a half years will bring, especially if the past six months are any indication.
57. July 19, 2025
July 19, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton addresses the outrage from President Trump regarding ongoing questions about his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, despite years of conspiracy theories from Trump and his supporters.
This controversy has engaged top Justice Department officials and divided the MAGA base.
Additionally, America is facing the consequences of the "big, beautiful spending bill," which includes significant tax cuts for the wealthy and cuts to social safety programs. Economic inflation is rising due to Trump's mass deportations and an escalating trade war.
It appears that the summer will be a long and challenging one for both the president and the nation.
56. July 13, 2025
July 13, 2025
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55. July 12, 2025
July 12, 2025
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54. July 6, 2025
July 6, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton shares the important updates on the latest of the Texas flooding that left nearly 80 people dead including 43 adults and 28 children.
California Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear join to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill that President Trump recently signed that will affect millions of Americans and the impact of their respective states.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott will join to discuss the bill having an impact on Maryland as well as the investigation on Correctional Department employee who invited ICE to a local courthouse to detain someone during a pre-trial meeting.
53. July 5, 2025
July 5, 2025
On today's episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton discusses President Trump and other Congressional Republicans celebration of the passage of the Tax and Spending Bill this Fourth of July weekend. While it may be a win for the GOP, the Americans will be affected with more than four trillion dollars in net tax cuts over the next decade. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will join to discuss more about the spending cuts.
Twelve million Americans are likely to see their health insurance go away. Three million will watch as their SNAP benefits disappear. Many Economists warn that it could be a formula for disaster, adding more than three trillion dollars to the national debt over the next decade, which only leaves future generations to face the consequences of the political decisions leaders are making today.
In the meanwhile, the administration's mass deportation efforts will witness a historic windfall with 45 billion dollars in new funding for ICE alone.
52. June 29, 2025
June 29, 2025
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51. June 28, 2025
June 28, 2025
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50. June 22, 2025
June 22, 2025
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49. June 21, 2025
June 21, 2025
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48. Episode 48
June 15, 2025
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47. Episode 47
June 14, 2025
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46. Episode 46
June 8, 2025
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45. Episode 45
June 7, 2025
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44. Episode 44
June 1, 2025
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43. Episode 43
May 31, 2025
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42. Episode 42
May 25, 2025
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41. Episode 41
May 24, 2025
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40. Episode 40
May 18, 2025
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39. Episode 39
May 17, 2025
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38. Episode 38
May 11, 2025
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37. Episode 37
May 10, 2025
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36. Episode 36
May 4, 2025
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35. Episode 35
May 3, 2025
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34. Episode 34
April 27, 2025
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33. Episode 33
April 26, 2025
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32. Episode 32
April 20, 2025
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31. Episode 31
April 19, 2025
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30. Episode 30
April 13, 2025
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29. Episode 29
April 12, 2025
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28. Episode 28
April 6, 2025
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27. Episode 27
April 5, 2025
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26. Episode 25
March 30, 2025
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25. Episode 24
March 29, 2025
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24. Episode 23
March 23, 2025
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23. Episode 22
March 22, 2025
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22. Episode 21
March 16, 2025
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21. Episode 21
March 15, 2025
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20. Episode 20
March 9, 2025
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19. Episode 19
March 8, 2025
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18. Episode 18
March 2, 2025
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17. Episode 17
March 1, 2025
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16. Episode 16
February 23, 2025
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15. Episode 15
February 22, 2025
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14. Episode 14
February 16, 2025
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13. Episode 13
February 15, 2025
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12. Episode 12
February 9, 2025
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11. Episode 11
February 8, 2025
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10. Episode 10
February 2, 2025
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9. Episode 9
February 1, 2025
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8. Episode 8
January 26, 2025
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7. Episode 7
January 25, 2025
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6. Episode 6
January 19, 2025
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5. Episode 5
January 18, 2025
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4. Episode 4
January 12, 2025
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3. Episode 3
January 11, 2025
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2. Episode 2
January 5, 2025
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1. Episode 1
January 4, 2025
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Description
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Genres
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CastAl Sharpton As Himself
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Channel
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Premiere DateAugust 29, 2011
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IMDB Rating3.2 (266)
