[ cheers and applause ] i grew up coming to this place so many times. And, this, tonight, is special. I thought about, when i was coming in backstage, ive been on this stage with Godfather Of Soul, james brown, who was like a father to me, and michael jackson, the list goes on. But, tonight, you will have Something Special at the apollo, because you will have two icons that are going to talk about their work, and talk about what they do in this country that is so needed at this time today could not be a better night at the apollo. This is not just a great show, tonight, this is history. So [ cheers and applause ] so, it is my honor and my pleasure that, i cant bring you tonight the Godfather Of Soul [ laughter ] but i bring you the godmother of woke [ cheers and applause ] Rachel Maddow. [ cheers and applause ] i got you on that one. [ laughter ] [ cheers and applause ] [ cheers and applause ] wow, how are you doing . We love you, rachel. [ cheers and applause ] i am so nervous [ laugh
Time magazine, as guests behind on steak and granjeno, 20 played dj, swiping for his ipad 2 rate the soundtrack. A familiar tune emanated from the speakers, the stars mangled banner. Not the original one, this one is sung by the socalled january 6th choir, a group of defendants imprisoned for attacking the capitol on january 6th. Trump then double down on his pledge to hearten them, which is one of many ideas trump is planning for a possible second term, which was the focus of Eric Cortellessas interview and subsequent article published in time, this week. Trump laments the fact that he was, too nice in his first term. For a second term, he would enter backed by a slew of policy shops staffed by loyalists who have drawn up detailed plans in service of his agenda, which would concentrate the powers of the state in the hands of a man whose appetite for power appears all but insatiable. On immigration, trump told Eric Cortellessa he will rely on the National Guard to round up and remove u
Palestinian protesters at another university. Well look back at an infamous antiwar protest that turned deadly 54 year ago today. Usc professor Christina Balentoni and Michael Beslash join me to talk about the lessons of kent state. And sarah jacobs is here to discuss the latest political fallout over the protests. Hope hicks, one of Donald Trumps closest advisers offers emotional and damning testimony in his trial. And the queen of chaos. Marjorie Taylor Greene prepares to force a vote on ousting mike johnson. Should democrats help save his life . Im jonathan capehart. This is the saturday show. Student protests against the Israel Hamas War continue to royal campuses as universities grapple with how to handle disruptions at upcoming graduation ceremonies. Just hours ago, tensions escalated at the University Of Virginia after police began removing an encampment near the Chapel Grounds that had been in place nine days. Officials say the situation is now stabilized. Though police are sti
I see it. So i tried to live up to that this morning because i knew i would be on the same screen as you. You are all wonderful, have yourselves a great day and i will see you tomorrow. Thanks for joining us. Today on velshi, Inside Donald Trump strategy as defendant candidate and why his inclination to over share his plans is more alarming than you think. Plus, movement on multiple fronts on the draconian crackdown on abortion in this country and worrying signs of what is coming next. Then, why one columbia lecturer says the school is teaching the wrong lessons. We will talk about protests and rates on College Campuses. Ended his a book so beloved by audiences that it spent eight years on the bestseller list. It is a beautiful story of resilience and survival, yet it has been targeted and beyond over and over again. The acclaimed author joins our book club to talk about her memoir, the last castle. Velshi starts now. Good morning to you, it is saturday, may 4. Week three has officiall
ProPalestinian Protesters at another university well look back at an infamous antiwar protest that turned deadly 54 years ago, today. The professor bella tony, and guests join me to discuss kent state. Congressman sarah jacobs is here to discuss political fallout over the latest protests. The insider, who picks, one of Donald Trumps closest advisers offers emotional and damning testimony. Barbara quaid will discuss the significance. And the queen of chaos. Marjorie Taylor Greene looks to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. But, should democrats help save Mike Johnsons job . Im jonathan capehart, and this is the saturday show. Student protests against the Israel Hamas War continue to boil over at campuses as universities grapple with how to handle disruptions at upcoming graduation ceremonies. Just hours ago tensions escalated at the University Of Virginia after police began removing an encampment near the Chapel Grounds that had been in place for nine days. Officials say the situation is now st