
The episode discusses the SCOTUS ruling on Louisiana's congressional map, a recall petition against Governor Jeff Landry, and the GOP's impact on Black Americans.
5.5.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS VRA Ruling. Landry Recall Push. Fox Wants Michelle Obama to Defend Melania. GOP War on Black America The Supreme Court has issued an emergency order allowing Republicans in Louisiana to redraw the state's congressional map. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal will explain what this means. Additionally, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is facing a recall petition after he suspended the state's U.S. House primary election, which has already seen over 40,000 absentee ballots submitted. I will be speaking with the executive director of Win With Black Men about tonight's urgent call regarding voting rights. In Tennessee, lawmakers are in a special session to redraw congressional districts, effectively violating the law. Florida Democrats have filed a lawsuit against the congressional map that Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law. Bishop William Barber will join us to discuss the GOP's war on Black Americans and its impact on the working poor. In tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace, we will feature a revolutionary product for women's period care. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV…
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