On today’s episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning ShowPodcast, we unpack a whirlwind of news spanning entertainment, justice, and national politics. First up, BET has officially suspended both the Soul Train Music Awards and the BET Hip‑Hop Awards. Executives are citing the need to reimagine their place amid today’s changing media landscape. This doesn’t necessarily mean they’re gone forever, but the shift signals a new chapter for Black music television. 

On the political front, President Trump is ramping up pressure on Washington, D.C., threatening to deploy federal law enforcement—including the National Guard—and potentially strip the city of its home rule following an assault on a staffer. This controversial power play comes despite a 26% drop in violent crime, raising serious questions about overreach and governance. In legal drama, Diddy’s lawyers have raised alarm over what they call inhumane conditions at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. They claim the rapper is being served expired and maggot-infested food, using this as a critical argument for bail reconsideration. 

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On today&rsquo;s episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, we unpack a whirlwind of news spanning entertainment, justice, and national politics. First up, BET has officially suspended both the Soul Train Music Awards and the BET Hip‑Hop Awards. Executives are citing the need to reimagine their place amid today&rsquo;s changing media landscape. This doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean they&rsquo;re gone forever, but the shift signals a new chapter for Black music television.&nbsp;
On the political front, President Trump is ramping up pressure on Washington, D.C., threatening to deploy federal law enforcement&mdash;including the National Guard&mdash;and potentially strip the city of its home rule following an assault on a staffer. This controversial power play comes despite a 26% drop in violent crime, raising serious questions about overreach and governance. In legal drama, Diddy&rsquo;s lawyers have raised alarm over what they call inhumane conditions at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. They claim the rapper is being served expired and maggot-infested food, using this as a critical argument for bail reconsideration.&nbsp;
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FULL SHOW | Soul Train and BET Hip-Hop Awards Are No More; Donald Trump Threatens to Bring National Guard to Nations Capitol; Diddy’s Attorney Complains About Maggots in Clients Food; and MORE  

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