Vance ‘Big Ugly Bill’ Flop in Philly, Human Trafficking Office Cut & USDA Ends Black Farmer Support

7.18.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Vance ‘Big Ugly Bill’ Flop in Philly, Human Trafficking Office Cut & USDA Ends Black Farmer Support

Vice President JD Vance hit Philly to hype Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," but Pennsylvanians aren't buying the spin as this law slashes food and health benefits for thousands across the state. We'll get reaction from State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and Senator Vincent Hughes, breaking down the real impact on working families.

Plus, Trump moves to shut down federal sex trafficking prevention programs--putting vulnerable communities at risk.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is ending a 35-year effort that gave targeted support to farmers of color.

And historic Black-owned radio station WURD is rocked by layoffs... Dr. James Peterson joins us to unpack what this means for Black media in Pennsylvania.

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