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American Justice on Trial: People v. Newton

Season 1 Episode 1 | 39m 01s

Black Panthers co-founder Huey Newton is accused of murdering a white policeman after a car stop in 1967 Oakland. A landmark trial ensues and Newton's defense team calls out racism in the judicial system. With a death penalty looming, a shocking verdict is delivered that still reverberates today

Aired: 01/31/25 | Expires: 03/03/25