Civil rights
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

BREAKING: ICE SHOOTS ANOTHER IN MINNEAPOLIS, TEAR GASSING OBSERVERS AT SCENE
Federal immigration agents shot and killed a second person in Minneapolis within weeks, triggering widespread protests, tear gas deployments, and community outrage in sub-zero temperatures.

Anti-Ice Protest erupts in Minn. ICE Warrantless Entries, Opal Lee Honored, Coogler Oscar History
Roland Martin and his panel dissect the Trump administration's aggressive ICE policies, the political dynamics of the Texas Senate race, Florida's Attorney General invalidating civil rights laws, and the record-breaking Oscar nominations for Ryan Coogler's film 'Sinners,' all framed through the lens of systemic racial and political battles.

Anti-Ice Protest erupts in Minn. ICE Warrantless Entries, Opal Lee Honored, Coogler Oscar History
Roland Martin and his panel dissect aggressive ICE tactics, the political attacks on Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's Texas Senate bid, Florida's controversial nullification of minority-benefiting laws, and the record-breaking Oscar nominations for Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners'.

ICE, Missing People & Militarized Enforcement | #TheOtherSideOfChange S1 E34
This episode exposes how ICE operates as an instrument of terror, disappearing individuals, militarizing enforcement, and acting with impunity, drawing parallels to historical slave catchers and authoritarian regimes while advocating for its complete abolition.

INSIDE Trump's ICE Detenion HORRORS REVEALED
The ACLU of Louisiana's Legal Director exposes the dire conditions and systemic failures within the U.S. immigration detention network, particularly in Louisiana, highlighting how legal decisions and private interests exacerbate human rights abuses.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump Is An International JOKE!
Don Lemon and guest Brian Andrews dissect Donald Trump's 'unhinged' Davos appearance, warning of severe geopolitical and economic fallout from his rhetoric on NATO and Greenland, while also addressing domestic political polarization and the role of protest art.

LIVE: Trump TORCHED as WORLD STRIKES BACK in Davos
Global leaders at Davos, including the Canadian Prime Minister and French President Macron, openly challenged the US's role under Trump, while domestic issues like ICE abuses in Minneapolis and Trump's self-enrichment reveal a 'rupture' in both international norms and domestic governance.

HOT TOPICS | Donald Trump Embarrasses America at World Summit!
Don Lemon sharply criticizes Donald Trump's performance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, detailing perceived diplomatic missteps, factual inaccuracies, and 'unhinged' behavior that he argues embarrasses the United States on the global stage.

MAGA Misquotes MLK. Michael Harriot Sets the Record Straight. Doug Jones Runs for Alabama.
On MLK Day, this episode exposes the systemic attacks on Black America's civil rights and economic power, highlighting the misrepresentation of Dr. King's radical legacy and the critical role of Black-owned media in countering these efforts.

MAGA Misquotes MLK. Michael Harriot Sets the Record Straight. Doug Jones Runs for Alabama.
This episode exposes the ongoing political assault on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s radical legacy and civil rights advancements, highlighting the critical role of Black-owned media in countering systemic efforts to resegregate America.

Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Calls Cruelty Policy.
On MLK Day, this episode exposes the systemic attacks on Black America's civil rights and economic progress, highlighting Virginia's political shift and the urgent need for informed action and robust Black-owned media.

Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Calls Cruelty Policy.
Roland Martin and guests dissect the ongoing political assault on Black America, from economic policies to civil rights, emphasizing the urgent need for informed action and the preservation of MLK's radical legacy.

"Not Above the Law": Law Prof. Michele Goodwin Decries Violent ICE Activity in Minnesota
Law Professor Michele Goodwin analyzes the unconstitutional and unlawful actions of ICE in Minnesota, drawing parallels to the Civil Rights era but noting a dangerous reversal of federal government roles.

🚨 WTF!! TRUMP KEPT HIS F*CKING WORD 😂😂
This episode dissects multiple instances of alleged liberal hypocrisy and media manipulation, culminating in a detailed breakdown of Don Lemon's church protest and the ironic legal charges he may face.

ICE vs. People of Minnesota: Community Resists Trump's Militarized Crackdown – Special Report
Federal agents escalated immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, leading to militarized deployments, alleged abuses, and widespread community resistance, including the use of rapid response networks and legal observation.

Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Calls Cruelty Policy.
On MLK Day, this episode dissects the ongoing, multi-faceted attacks on Black America's civil rights and economic power, emphasizing the critical role of Black-owned media and active political engagement.

ICE Dragged an Elderly Man in Underwear Into the Freezing Cold
ICE agents stormed the home of an elderly U.S. citizen in Minnesota, dragging him out in his underwear in freezing temperatures, only to confirm his citizenship and release him, prompting a categorical denial from his family against DHS's justification.

Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Calls Cruelty Policy.
This episode exposes a systematic assault on Black America's civil and economic rights, highlighting the deliberate sanitization of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s radical legacy and the critical role of Black-owned media in countering these efforts.

PBS News Hour full episode, Jan. 19, 2026
This episode covers President Trump's aggressive push to acquire Greenland, the escalating tensions with European allies, the ongoing federal clashes with protesters in Minneapolis, and critical scientific efforts to understand the rapid melting of Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Don Addresses The Church Drama LIVE
Don Lemon and his legal and comedic guests dissect the political and legal backlash against his reporting on a church protest, framing it as an attack on the First Amendment and journalistic integrity.

Don Lemon And Woke Activists LASH OUT Crying RACISM Over DOJ Intending To Charge Them Under KKK Act!
The host details how Don Lemon and activists are facing potential federal charges under the KKK Act for disrupting a church service, framing their 'racism' claims as a predictable shield against accountability.

IHIP News: 🚨 DOJ Intends to CHARGE Don Lemon Under Ku Klux Klan Act?!
Don Lemon discusses the bizarre news of the DOJ's alleged intent to charge him under the Ku Klux Klan Act for journalistic coverage of an ICE protest, while the hosts dissect the political and racial motivations behind such claims.

HOT TOPICS | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Breakfast: What Would Dr. King Do In Trump's America?
This special edition of The Don Lemon Show captures the impactful Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Breakfast, where speakers reflect on King's enduring legacy and the ongoing fight for civil, economic, and human rights in contemporary society.

MAJOR UPDATE on Trump Mobilization of TROOPS in Minnesota
Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison details the state's legal battle against the Trump administration's alleged politically motivated deployment of federal troops and ICE agents, accusing them of unconstitutional actions and a cover-up in the death of Renee Good.