Michigan charged six state employees with misconduct for the Flint water crisis. Nine state workers have so far been charged criminally.

There are also accusations that inmates in Flint's county jail were forced to drink toxic water months after the fact.

Known for his hip-hop roots and philanthropic efforts, Russell Simmons has vowed to helped the thousands in Flint, Michigan affected by the water crisis.

Yet, officials continue to deny any wrongdoing or neglect in the poisoning of this mostly Black and poor city.

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