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On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton takes listeners inside the explosive “No Kings” rallies unfolding across the United States and around the world. As demonstrators turn out in the midst of a war and a partial government shutdown, they are voicing deep frustrations with President Trump and policies critics argue resemble the actions of a monarch rather than a democrat...

On Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton highlights a tense week as President Trump issues a series of high-stakes ultimatums—threatening military strikes on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, escalating a broader conflict that could impact global energy and security. At home, Trump is also pressuring Democrats by threatening to send ICE agents into airports during a DHS shutdown, while insisting Congres...

On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton discusses President Trump’s conflicting statements on the war with Iran. While he claimed the U.S. was winding down, reports suggest Trump is considering sending troops, and the Pentagon is asking Congress for $200 billion for military preparations. Rev. Sharpton also remembers former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who passed away at 81 and was...

Tonight on Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton discusses President Trump’s war with Iran and the financial impacts on Black Americans. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for in...

On this episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton discusses the growing death toll of the war with Iran as well as voting rights and the American economy. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

Rev. Al Sharpton crosses the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, AL during the 61st Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee along with thousands of people in commemoration of Bloody Sunday. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

Rev. Al Sharpton discusses the live and legacy of his late mentor, Rev. Jesse Jackson following his public funeral service in Chicago. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for...

Tonight’s episode of Politics Nation opens with a tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson, highlighting his legacy of cooperation and humanity. Later in the show, Reverend Al Sharpton addresses current tensions, including the president’s criticism of Supreme Court justices, threats of military action against Iran, and the ongoing government shutdown over immigration policy. The looming midterm election,...

Today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton addresses the fact that the nation once again finds itself in the midst of a partial government shutdown—the second in just over a year since Donald Trump took office. This time, the gridlock centers on a single department, as Democrats continue to push for basic reforms to Homeland Security following public outrage over ICE’s violent t...

On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton covers the ongoing stalemate between the White House and Congressional Democrats over Homeland Security funding, which has resulted in a partial government shutdown. The impasse continues as the President and Republicans resist Democratic demands for ICE and Border Patrol reforms. Meanwhile, President Trump is also facing dissent wit...

Tonight, on 'Politics Nation', Reverend Al Sharpton opens the show just hours before Super Bowl 60 kicks off in San Francisco. While the big game looms, President Trump’s ongoing culture wars threaten to overshadow the festivities, with Bay Area officials raising concerns about potential ICE activity near the stadium. Conservatives remain fired up over the politics surrounding the halftime show an...

On today’s episode of 'Politics Nation', host Rev. Al Sharpton delivers a forceful rebuke of a racist video shared this week by President Trump depicting former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. Rev. Sharpton condemns the post as vile, dehumanizing, and beneath the office of the presidency, noting that even members of Trump’s own party were compelled to denounce it. The...

On tonight's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses how, on the first night of Black History Month, America faces a new challenge in protecting civil rights. Across the nation, we are seeing scenes reminiscent of the 1960s as thousands join mass demonstrations and sit-ins in response to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. In Georgia, our democracy is at risk...

On tonight’s Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton and the House Democratic Leader discuss the ongoing government shutdown, tough House spending bill negotiations, frustration over heavily redacted Epstein files, and continued Minnesota protests after a judge allowed DHS operations to proceed. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Appl...

On today’s episode, Reverend Al Sharpton reports breaking news following a tense weekend in Minneapolis after the killing of 37-year-old VA nurse Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents on Saturday. Administration officials continue to blame Pretti for the deadly encounter, as Minnesota lawmakers announced their next legal moves earlier today. Joining the discussion are Minnesota Hennepin County Attor...

On today's episode of 'Politics Nation', Reverend Al Sharpton discusses preparing to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., feeling hopeful yet weary. He observes that in cities across the country, civil rights are being challenged by the Trump administration's crackdowns, with the Twin Cities currently representing the forefront of this conflict. The Washington Post reports that the president is conte...

On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses President Trump's mass deportations, which have sparked a political firestorm. The aggressive tactics used by Federal immigration forces have inflamed communities from Minneapolis to Portland. Attorney General Keith Ellison is joining us to comment on the death of Renee Nicole Good. She was shot three times in her car this...

On today's Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton discusses President Trump's recent targeting of Minnesota's Somali community. Residents say Minneapolis neighborhoods are unusually quiet as some fear federal crackdowns after Trump called the Somali population 'garbage' following a deadly shooting in Washington D-C, allegedly by an Afghan immigrant with no Somali ties. The White House appears uninteres...

On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the lack of a seasonal pause from President Trump and his administration as they push an extreme agenda at home and abroad. The administration is making new claims about the deadly attack on National Guardsmen in the capital just before the holiday and is advocating for strict immigration restrictions targeting individuals...

On Politics Nation, Rev. Sharpton discusses America’s holiday weekend and the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration and crime policies following a violent Washington D.C. shooting that killed one National Guard member. The president plans to halt all immigration from so-called third-world countries, despite uncertainties about the shooter's motives. Meanwhile, he's threatening military act...

Tonight, on Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton discusses the self-described "President of Peace," who appears to be escalating tensions by giving Ukraine until Thanksgiving to accept his peace deal or risk proceeding alone against Russia. The White House is also ramping up efforts to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, with increased military actions and strikes on alleged drug boats...

Tonight, on "Politics Nation," host Reverend Al Sharpton explores a surprising 24 hours in American politics, marked by unexpected shifts in partisan divisions. In a surprising twist, President Trump praised New York City's mayor-elect, creating a rare bond between them. Shortly after, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her retirement following conflicts with the White House over the E...

November 16th, 2025: On tonight's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton will discuss the recent government shutdown and renewed attention on the Epstein files. President Trump may soon target his old hometown of New York City again, especially with the political rise of Zohran Mamdani. Trump has vowed to challenge the incoming Democratic Socialist mayor, proposing an immigration cr...

November 15th, 2025: On tonight's episode of 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton welcomes viewers to MS NOW, our newly renamed channel, which stands for "My Source for News, Opinion, and the World." While we have a fresh name and graphics, our mission remains the same: to speak honestly and uphold the promises made on the first Politics Nation broadcast 14 years ago. Reverend Al Sharpton...

Tonight, on 'Politics Nation', host Reverend Al Sharpton highlights that only three days remain until a major off-year election night, where voters face crucial choices and leaders provide insights. A federal judge has mandated the Trump administration to continue essential nutritional aid for 42 million low-income Americans amid the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 31st day. It’s unclear w...