Topic: Fundraising

The hosts discuss reports from the Washington Examiner regarding the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation's missing financial records for $60 million in donations. They examine the California DOJ's threat to hold leaders personally liable and the organization's subsequent halting of online fundraising, while noting that donations still appear to be flowing through ActBlue.

Tina Tchen appeared on CBS This Morning to discuss her new role at Time's Up and the success of its Legal Defense Fund, which raised $21 million in 100 days. The hosts question the transparency of the fund, noting it is housed within the National Women's Law Center and receives significant corporate donations, including $20 million from CBS.

Diddy announces the launch of "Our Black Party," claiming it is a bold new political movement for Black empowerment. However, the hosts reveal that the "contribute" button on the organization's website leads directly to ActBlue, the fundraising platform for the Democratic Party. They argue the party is merely a front to funnel Black voters and money back into the Democratic establishment.

Sean King claims to have raised over $34.5 million for various charities and families affected by police violence, supported by a review board including Tamika Mallory and Lee Merritt. Families of victims such as Botham Jean and Philando Castile have publicly vouched for King's advocacy and personal support. Critics compare his role to traditional figures like Al Sharpton, noting his ability to mobilize massive financial resources quickly.

In a BET interview, Sean King admitted to a "gap" between his ability to fundraise and his ability to execute and maintain long-term projects. This admission is analyzed through a venture capital lens, where a failure to execute after receiving funding is typically seen as a disqualifying trait. Critics argue that King receives a pass for these failures because he remains a prolific fundraiser for the political establishment.