In this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Newark, NJ Mayor Ras Baraka is taking legal action against one of Donald Trump’s top attorneys after being arrested while trying to inspect an ICE facility in his city. The arrest, which Baraka and his legal team call unlawful and politically motivated, has reignited conversations around immigration, oversight, and abuse of power. Meanwhile, hip-hop star Offset sparked headlines after deleting his social media accounts in response to public backlash over his son’s new hairstyle—allegedly mimicking Cardi B’s rumored boyfriend, Stefon Diggs. Offset was reportedly furious about the resemblance and chose to go offline after expressing his frustration. 

Also in the mix, Kanye West is once again reflecting publicly—this time on his fractured friendship with Jay-Z. In a since-deleted tweet, Ye confessed he dreams about apologizing to his former mentor, suggesting he may be open to reconciliation after years of tension and controversial behavior. And finally, in a move that could impact the U.S. auto and manufacturing industries, former President Donald Trump has signed an executive order doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%. The move has drawn sharp criticism from economists and automakers alike for its potential to raise consumer prices and disrupt supply chains. 

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