BET MEDIA GROUP IGNITES CRITICAL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT CONVERSATIONS WITH 
 “WHAT’S AT STAKE: 2024 ELECTION SPECIAL" PREMIERING
TUESDAY, JUNE 4 AT 10:00 PM ET/PT ON BET, BET HER & VH1

MODERATED BY AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST ED GORDON, 
THE NEW AND ORIGINAL ONE-HOUR SPECIAL WILL FEATURE REP. MAXINE WATERS, REP. JOYCE BEATTY, AND REP. JASMINE CROCKETT

(Pictured From L-R: Correspondent Ed Gordon, Rep. Maxine Waters, Rep. Joyce Beatty, and Rep. Jasmine Crockett)

New York, NY, May 28, 2024 – As an integral part of the BET Media Group commitment to civic engagement for every election cycle, BET is proud to present a thought-provoking and insightful primetime special entitled BET New Presents "What’s At Stake: 2024 Election Special," premiering Tuesday, June 4 at 10:00 PM ET/PT on BET, BET Her and VH1. As the countdown to one of the most pivotal presidential elections in American history begins, this one-hour special will feature leading members of the Congressional Black Caucus engaging in an exclusive and candid conversation about the pressing issues facing Black voters today. Hosted by the distinguished award-winning BET News correspondent Ed Gordon, "What’s At Stake: 2024 Election Special" includes a provocative and in-depth discussion about several issues important to Black voters with guests Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA), Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH), and Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX).

In partnership with the NAACP, National Urban League and over 50 premiere community partners, BET Media Group continues its ongoing work to ignite unprecedented civic engagement, voter registration and turnout among Black voters in this year’s critical national election. Through nonpartisan programming and social impact initiatives, BET empowers Black constituents with knowledge about their rights, motivates and mobilizes communities, breaks down barriers, combats the spread of misinformation, and fosters a culture of civic engagement beyond Election Day.

“As the nation approaches this critical election season, it’s paramount to remind Black voters that voting isn’t just a right, but a sacred duty. It’s the vehicle for civic empowerment and advocacy,” said Kimberly E. Paige, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer of BET Media Group. “We are proud to do our part in convening thought leaders and civic activists to have real and meaningful conversations that embrace the transformative power of our collective voice as we forge a path towards a future defined by freedom, peace and joy.”

Tune in Tuesday, June 4 at 10:00 PM ET/PT to witness this exclusive and timely BET News special.

Jason Samuels is the executive producer of “BET News Presents: What’s at Stake: 2024 Election Special”. Steve Ramey is the senior supervising producer.

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