Today, Explained Who killed Malcolm X?
Dec 17, 2021
Abdur-Rahman Muhammad, a historian and journalist featured in the documentary 'Who Killed Malcolm X?', delves into the shocking truths behind the iconic activist's assassination. He discusses the recent exonerations of wrongly convicted men and the implications of racial injustice in American courts. Muhammad also reflects on the tense final days of Malcolm X, the guilt of those involved, and the complexities surrounding the investigation. His insights highlight the urgent questions about justice and accountability that continue to resonate today.
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Malcolm X's House Firebombed
- Malcolm X's house was firebombed.
- Police and press falsely claimed he did it himself.
Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam
- Malcolm X exposed Elijah Muhammad's infidelities, leading to conflict with the Nation of Islam.
- Calling someone a "hypocrite" was a death threat within the Nation.
Assassination of Malcolm X
- Malcolm X was assassinated after a disturbance in the Audubon Ballroom.
- A smoke bomb provided cover for the shooters.