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Attorney Benjamin Crump releases a statement regarding Joe Biden's meeting with the Blake family, which the hosts label as propaganda. They also analyze comments from Kristen Clark of the DOJ, who links Jacob Blake to a legacy of civil rights activism. The hosts criticize Clark and Kamala Harris for speaking on behalf of American descendants of slavery (ADOS) despite their own immigrant backgrounds.
Attorney Benjamin Crump introduced Kamala Harris at an Omega Psi Phi conference, praising her as a "trailblazer" for girls of color. Crump, known for representing the families of Trayvon Martin and Botham Jean, announced he would advise Harris on criminal justice reform. The segment highlights the irony of a civil rights attorney backing a former prosecutor with a controversial record.
Attorney Benjamin Crump enters the narrative, representing the Jean family in a civil suit. Mo deconstructs Crump's business model, comparing it to Al Sharpton's "ground game" but updated for the internet era. They discuss how high-profile attorneys use media appearances and protests to create leverage for multi-million dollar settlements, often framing the case around "living while black" to maximize public pressure.
Benjamin Crump discusses the potential for Guyger to receive up to 99 years in prison, mentioning that while the death penalty is a possibility in Texas, it is unlikely in this case. Adam Curry expresses his view on capital punishment, suggesting that if the state is going to execute people, it should be televised for transparency. The hosts prepare for the reveal of the actual sentence.
In a shocking courtroom moment, Botham Jean's brother, Brandt Jean, offers Guyger forgiveness and asks the judge for permission to hug her. Mo suggests this display was "oversold" and potentially influenced by Benjamin Crump to prevent civil unrest and secure a civil settlement. He argues that such public acts of forgiveness are often strategic moves to ensure "the M's" (millions) keep flowing to the legal teams and families.
