Habari Live

Damon Ellison

Habari Live is where news, culture, politics, and community come together—our way. Hosted by Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan, the Phoenix-based podcast delivers honest conversations, bold perspectives, and in-depth analysis of the stories affecting Black communities and people across America. From breaking news and social justice to entertainment and everyday life, Habari Live brings you truth that stays undefeated. News Our Way. News That Hits Different.

  1. 5d ago

    Billionaires Buying Elections? Kushner's $2B Allegations, ICE & Ilhan Omar | Habari Live

    Who's really running America — the voters or the billionaires?On this week's Habari Live, Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan investigate the growing influence of money and political power in Washington as the 2026 midterm elections approach.With billions pouring into political campaigns, explosive allegations involving Jared Kushner's foreign financial accounts, federal investigations targeting Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, and ICE enforcement operations affecting American workers, one question connects these stories: Is there one system of accountability for the powerful and another for everyone else?🔥 THIS WEEK ON HABARI LIVE:🗳️ 2026 MIDTERMS: ARE BILLIONAIRES BUYING ELECTIONS?America is heading toward a critical election, and wealthy donors are spending billions to influence the outcome. We examine Elon Musk's political spending, the influence of super PACs, and whether ordinary voters can compete with billionaire-backed political campaigns.💰 JARED KUSHNER: $2 BILLION IN ALLEGED FOREIGN ACCOUNTSAn explosive Vanity Fair investigation alleges that Dutch intelligence uncovered information about foreign financial accounts through Jared Kushner's compromised phone. What was reportedly discovered? What connections exist to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates? And what does this mean for national security and government accountability?Kushner denies the allegations, which have not been independently established. We separate the reporting from the unanswered questions.⚖️ ILHAN OMAR: FEDERAL INVESTIGATION OR POLITICAL RETALIATION?Federal agents searched Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's residence as investigators examined allegations involving her immigration history. We discuss the investigation, her constitutional rights, Trump's repeated attacks against Omar, and America's troubling history of government surveillance targeting political activists and civil rights leaders.🚨 ICE RAIDS: IS IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT HURTING AMERICA'S ECONOMY?From agricultural fields to food-processing facilities, immigration enforcement is raising concerns about labor shortages, food production, and rising costs. We examine the economic consequences, the history of immigrant labor, and what expanded enforcement could mean for American families.THE BIG QUESTION:When billionaires influence elections, politically connected figures face serious allegations, lawmakers come under federal investigation, and working families bear the consequences of government policies, who's holding those in power accountable?Join the conversation LIVE, share your perspective in the comments, and tell us which story concerns you most.📺 HABARI LIVE📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026🕚 11 AM Arizona Time🎙️ Hosted by Damon Ellison & Iesha Rowan🌐 www.habarientertainment.comHabari Entertainment — News Our Way!Subscribe, like, share, and turn on notifications for independent news, political analysis, investigative reporting, civil rights coverage, and conversations mainstream media too often overlooks.#HabariLive #JaredKushner #IlhanOmar #ICE #MidtermElections #ElonMusk #TrumpAdministration #PoliticalNews #BreakingNews #CampaignFinance #Immigration #BlackMedia #HabariEntertainment

  2. Oct 18

    Police Racism EXPOSED, Ilhan Omar Raided & Trump Targets Black Homeownership | Habari Live

    🚨 POLICE RACISM EXPOSED, ILHAN OMAR RAIDED & TRUMP TARGETS BLACK HOMEOWNERSHIP!This week on Habari Live, Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan break down major stories involving racial discrimination, government power, civil rights, and political accountability.🔥 TONIGHT'S TOP STORIES:🚔 **RACISM BEHIND THE BADGE:** Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers are under investigation after racist group text messages surfaced, including allegations that officers competed to stop Black drivers. We examine the investigation, racial disparities in traffic stops, and documented police misconduct across America.🏛️ ILHAN OMAR INVESTIGATION: Federal agents reportedly searched Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home as part of an immigration-related investigation. What has been confirmed, what remains alleged, and what questions does the case raise about due process and political influence?🏠 TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TARGETS WELLS FARGO: Federal housing officials are investigating Wells Fargo's initiatives aimed at expanding Black homeownership. We examine redlining, discriminatory lending, the racial wealth gap, and the legal debate surrounding race-conscious lending programs.🎤 **WHITE HOUSE PRESS SECRETARY SHAKE-UP:** Katie Zacharia's reported departure after just days on the job raises questions about White House communications, professional qualifications, and press accountability.🏫 **OREGON SCHOOL SHOOTING:** We discuss the reported tragedy in Bend, Oregon, the victims, school safety, and the continuing national debate over gun violence.✊🏾 **BLACK AMERICA'S FIGHT FOR FREEDOM:** From slave revolts and Reconstruction to Jim Crow, the Civil Rights Movement, and Black Lives Matter, we examine generations of resistance and the ongoing struggle for equal protection under the law.💬 **JOIN THE CONVERSATION:**- Are police departments doing enough to address racial discrimination?- How can Americans ensure federal investigations remain independent?- What should be done to address historical barriers to Black homeownership?- What does real accountability look like?📺 **HABARI LIVE — SATURDAYS AT 11 AM ARIZONA TIME**Hosted by Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan.🌐 Website: [https://habarientertainment.com](https://habarientertainment.com)🔔 **SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE!**Independent journalism. Unfiltered conversations. Stories that matter to our communities.**HABARI ENTERTAINMENT — NEWS OUR WAY!**\#HabariLive #PoliceRacism #CharlottePolice #IlhanOmar #TrumpAdministration #WellsFargo #BlackHomeownership #CivilRights #PoliceAccountability #OregonSchoolShooting #KatieZacharia #BlackHistory #BreakingNews #BlackNews #IndependentMedia

  3. Oct 4

    The “Welfare Queen” to Brad: Why This Ad Has Republicans Fighting | Habari Live

    **The “Welfare Queen” to Brad: Why This Ad Has Republicans Fighting | Habari Live****Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ “Brad” welfare ad is sparking backlash among Republicans and conservative commentators.** Why are some conservatives angry that the Arkansas governor used a young white man to represent someone receiving government assistance?On this episode of **Habari Live**, Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan break down the **Sarah Huckabee Sanders Brad ad**, the history of the **“welfare queen” stereotype**, Ronald Reagan and Linda Taylor, Medicaid work requirements in Arkansas, the Senate’s new NIL legislation, and President Donald Trump’s approach to AI regulation.🔥 **SARAH HUCKABEE SANDERS, “BRAD” & THE WELFARE QUEEN**Arkansas Gov. **Sarah Huckabee Sanders** released a political ad featuring “Brad,” a fictional young white man portrayed as playing video games and living on government assistance instead of working.The ad quickly generated criticism from some conservative commentators, including arguments specifically focused on Brad being portrayed as a young white male.Why did Brad’s race and gender become part of the controversy?We trace the debate back through the history of the **“welfare queen” stereotype in American politics**.Who was **Linda Taylor**, the Chicago woman whose welfare fraud case became nationally famous? How did **Ronald Reagan use the welfare queen story during his 1976 presidential campaign**? And how did race, poverty and government assistance become intertwined in American political rhetoric?We also separate political advertising from policy by examining **Arkansas Medicaid work requirements** and what research found when Arkansas previously implemented them.🏈 **NIL & THE PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT**The U.S. Senate has passed the **Protect College Sports Act**, legislation that could reshape **NIL, college athlete compensation, the transfer portal, NCAA authority, scholarships and revenue sharing**.What does the bill actually do?What protections would college athletes receive?And after years of court battles that expanded athlete rights, could federal NIL legislation shift power back toward the NCAA, conferences and universities?We break down what the legislation could mean for the future of **college football, college basketball and NIL**.🤖 **TRUMP, AI REGULATION & BIG TECH**President **Donald Trump** has emphasized substantial **AI self-regulation** as the United States competes for global leadership in artificial intelligence.Should companies developing powerful AI systems be responsible for establishing many of their own safety rules?We discuss **Trump’s AI policy, artificial intelligence regulation, Big Tech, AI safety, corporate accountability and competition with China**.And we ask a larger question connecting all three stories:**Who writes the rules, who benefits from them, and who holds the power?**Join **Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan** for news, politics, history and analysis from a perspective you won't always hear in mainstream coverage.👍 **LIKE** the video 💬 **COMMENT** with your take 🔔 **SUBSCRIBE** to Habari Live 📲 **SHARE** the conversation**Habari Live — News Our Way!**#SarahHuckabeeSanders #WelfareQueen #HabariLive #Medicaid #RonaldReagan #LindaTaylor #Welfare #NIL #CollegeSports #CollegeFootball #ProtectCollegeSportsAct #Trump #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Politics #BlackMedia

  4. Sep 27

    Power, Pressure & Accountability: Trump–Xi, ICE, Nolan Wells & Africa’s UN Fight | Habari Live

    ,,Here’s the updated YouTube description reflecting the Nolan Wells update instead of the basketball story: President Donald Trump hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping for a high-profile state visit as the United States and China confront major questions involving trade, Taiwan, artificial intelligence and global power. With some of America's most powerful technology leaders at the table, what does the growing U.S.-China AI race mean for the future? Meanwhile, another battle is unfolding at the White House. CNN, MS NOW and Politico went to court over restrictions on their access, raising major questions about press freedom, presidential authority and constitutional protections for journalists. We also examine growing scrutiny of ICE operations and deaths in custody, along with the larger question of accountability when federal agents exercise enormous power. American farmers say they're fighting for survival as fuel, fertilizer, equipment and transportation costs put increasing pressure on agricultural businesses. We'll break down those costs and explain how tariffs actually work. Then, the AI boom is bringing massive data centers to communities across America. They promise investment and technological growth—but they also require enormous amounts of electricity, water, and infrastructure. Who benefits, and who pays? Finally, we have a major update in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells. A Mississippi grand jury declined to bring criminal charges, but the cause and manner of his death remain undetermined. We'll examine what investigators say they found, the questions surrounding injuries documented on his body, and why his family continues seeking answers. Join Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan for two hours of news, context, evidence and conversation on Habari Live. News Our Way! #HabariLive #Trump #XiJinping #China #PressFreedom #WhiteHouse #ICE #NolanWells #ArtificialIntelligence #DataCenters #Farmers #NewsOurWay

  5. Sep 20

    AMERICA’S BILL IS DUE: Gas, Tariffs, ICE & the Economy Hit Home

    🇺🇸 AMERICA’S BILL IS DUE: Gas, Tariffs, ICE & the Economy Hit HomeAmericans are feeling the pressure — at the gas pump, grocery store, in housing costs, and across the economy. On this two-hour episode of **Habari Live**, Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan break down what’s driving the cost of living and what these policies actually mean for everyday Americans.🔥 **ON THIS EPISODE:**⛽ **Gas Prices & the Economy** — Why are Americans paying more at the pump, and how are oil prices and the conflict with Iran affecting household costs?💰 **Tariffs: Who Really Pays?** — We break down how tariffs work, who initially pays them, and how those costs can eventually reach American consumers.🏦 **The Federal Reserve** — Interest rates, inflation, and the growing debate over what the Fed should do next.🚨 **ICE in Phoenix** — A West Phoenix family says immigration agents posed as electricians before detaining a man. We examine the family's account, the government's response and the larger questions surrounding federal enforcement tactics.⚖️ **Tasia Fortune Case** — The death of a Black woman found hanging from a tree in Mississippi has reopened painful conversations about America's history of lynching. We separate what investigators have established from speculation while examining why these cases create such immediate concern in Black communities.🏛️ **The Kennedy Center Battle** — The continuing fight involving President Trump, the Kennedy Center, and the limits of presidential influence over major American institutions.🗳️ **Arizona & the 2026 Midterms** — Arizona voters face major races and eight statewide ballot measures. We'll explain what voters need to know as Election Day approaches.**THE HABARI QUESTION:**Are you financially better off today than you were one year ago? What is hitting your household hardest — groceries, gas, rent, insurance, utilities, healthcare, or debt?Drop your answer in the comments.👍 LIKE this episode💬 JOIN the conversation🔔 SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications📲 SHARE the show with someone who needs to see it**Habari Live — News Our Way!**#HabariLive #Economy #GasPrices #ICE #Tariffs #CostOfLiving #BreakingNews #Arizona #Immigration #Trump

  6. Sep 13

    TRUMP PUTS HIMSELF ON THE BALLOT: $5K CHECKS, IRAN WAR & ICE AT THE POLLS

    Donald Trump is making the 2026 midterms about himself.At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Trump told supporters to “pretend” he is on the ballot — while promising a $5,000 “Trump Dividend” to American adults if Republicans maintain control of Congress.Tonight on Habari Live, Damon and Iesha break down what that promise actually means, whether Congress would have to approve it, and why Trump is putting himself at the center of November’s election.PLUS:🇮🇷 The Iran war continues as oil prices surge and Americans feel the impact at the pump.🗳️ The legal battle over mail-in voting intensifies ahead of the midterms.🚨 Denver and civil-rights organizations sue over the possibility of armed ICE agents conducting enforcement at polling locations.🏘️ We revisit the immigration operation that left residents of a Maryland neighborhood dealing with a federal presence for roughly 40 hours.🤖 And Congress is confronting increasingly serious warnings about artificial intelligence.Tonight’s conversation is about more than Republicans vs. Democrats.It’s about PEOPLE. POWER. POLICY.Who has power? What limits should the government have? And what will Americans decide when they vote in November?Join Damon and Iesha for two hours of news, analysis, and conversation.Subscribe to Habari Live and turn on notifications.HABARI LIVE — NEWS OUR WAY#HabariLive #DonaldTrump #Trump #Midterms2026 #Election2026 #ICE #Iran #IranWar #VotingRights #MailInVoting #Politics #BreakingNews #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #USPolitics

  7. Sep 6

    11-1 AND STILL NO VERDICT: Lindsay Clancy Mistrial Explained

    🚨 **11-1 AND STILL NO VERDICT: Lindsay Clancy Mistrial Explained**After six weeks of testimony and more than **38 hours of deliberations across seven days**, the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial has ended in a **mistrial**.On this episode of **Habari Live**, Damon and Iesha break down the reported **11-1 jury split**, the controversy surrounding the lone holdout juror, the defense’s postpartum psychosis argument, the prosecution’s case that Clancy understood what she was doing, and the major question now facing prosecutors: **Will Lindsay Clancy be tried again?**We also cover:🔥 The latest developments in the **Iran conflict** and questions about America’s endgame.🗳️ An important **mail-in voting update** as legal battles continue ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.⚖️ The courtroom battle that led to the **Lindsay Clancy mistrial** and what happens next.At the center of the Clancy case are three children: **Cora, Dawson and Callan.** Their lives should never be lost in the courtroom drama surrounding this case.💬 **JOIN THE DISCUSSION:** Should prosecutors retry Lindsay Clancy? And how should the criminal justice system handle cases involving severe mental illness?👍 Like the video💬 Join the conversation in the comments🔔 Subscribe to **Habari Live** for independent news, politics, culture and commentary.**Habari Live — News Our Way.**#LindsayClancy #LindsayClancyTrial #HabariLive #Mistrial #BreakingNews #Iran #MailInVoting #TrueCrime #News

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Habari Live is where news, culture, politics, and community come together—our way. Hosted by Damon Ellison and Iesha Rowan, the Phoenix-based podcast delivers honest conversations, bold perspectives, and in-depth analysis of the stories affecting Black communities and people across America. From breaking news and social justice to entertainment and everyday life, Habari Live brings you truth that stays undefeated. News Our Way. News That Hits Different.