Shreveport Mass Shooting Kills 8 Children. Domestic Violence Crisis. Trump HBCU Claims Exposed

4.20.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shreveport Mass Shooting Kills 8 Children. Domestic Violence Crisis. Trump HBCU Claims Exposed

A shocking incident occurred early Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children--seven of his own kids and one of their cousins--in a mass shooting. This tragic event has sparked a conversation about the shooter's mental health, based on claims made by his family. We will explore the difference between mental health and mental illness, particularly in relation to unspeakable crimes.

This week, we are addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the underlying issues that lead to such tragedies. Tonight, we will examine how parental suicides affect their children. We'll speak with Texas Representative Jolanda Jones about how her father's suicide impacted her life, and we will have a psychologist explain how individuals can overcome such trauma.

Despite Donald Trump's false claim that he "saved HBCUs," he is actually overseeing the largest economic attack on historically Black colleges and universities in U.S. history. Journalist Michael Harriot will shed light on this issue.

And Congressman Bobby Scott will join us to discuss why Virginians should vote yes on Tuesday's redistricting referendum.

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