REVOLT News Weekly

Tezlyn breaks down why Elon Musk is stepping back from his White House role after realizing you can't run #government like a business. She's calling out all the influencers telling people to just "do for self" and ignore politics completely. The reality is government affects everything you do, from starting a business to paying taxes, so you need to understand how it works. Tezlyn shares her own e...

Tezlyn Figaro breaks down shocking news that the #Trump administration's Department of Justice is moving to drop #policereform agreements in Minneapolis and Louisville - the very cities where #GeorgeFloyd and Breonna Taylor were killed by police. These consent decrees, born from the 2020 uprisings, addressed systematic unconstitutional policing and civil rights violations. With over 100 cities app...

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Tezlyn Figaro breaks down the major price increases hitting #Shein and #Temu shoppers as of May 2nd, 2025, due to new #tariffs closing the de minimis loophole for Chinese imports. See why both the Trump and Biden administrations targeted these low value packages, with the Trump administration bringing up fentanyl trafficking concerns. Tez explains how these changes are already doubling prices on e...

#TezlynFigaro breaks down the critical information about the Department of Education beginning involuntary collections on defaulted student loans starting May 5th. With $1.6 trillion in student debt affecting 42.7 million borrowers, approximately 5.3 million people could face wage garnishments this summer. Tez explains recent changes to income driven repayment plans following court battles and pro...

In this powerful segment, Tezlyn Figaro exposes how the National Park Service attempted to replace Harriet Tubman's story on their Underground Railroad webpage with messaging about "Black and white cooperation." She breaks down how anonymous NPS employees alerted the Washington Post, forcing the agency to restore the original content about resistance to enslavement. This commentary reminds us why...

In this powerful episode of REVOLT News, Tezlyn Figaro addresses the critical economic situation as over 280,000 Americans have lost their jobs, with 300,000 Black Americans potentially facing unemployment. She challenges content creators who promote complacency and calls for community action beyond individual "do for self" mentalities. This urgent call to action reminds viewers that while enterta...

In this episode of REVOLT News, host Tezlyn Figaro dives into DoorDash’s new "buy now, pay later" option with Klarna, calling it predatory lending that exploits those struggling with food insecurity—affecting 47 million Americans. She unpacks the realities of food deserts and the potential loss of free lunch programs if the Department of Education is dismantled, urging viewers to engage in local p...

On this powerful episode of REVOLT News, Tezlyn Figaro confronts the viral story of a 4-year-old boy calling police over ice cream and exposes the dangerous distractions masking Wisconsin’s systemic racism. Connecting the “feel good” narrative to Botham Jean’s murder by an off-duty officer, Tez unveils shocking stats: Wisconsin’s Black imprisonment rates, police violence spikes, and stark income g...

Host Tezlyn Figaro breaks down the fallout from President Trump’s joint address, where he announced a "big freeze" on federal hiring, new regulations, and foreign aid, while ending diversity, equity, and inclusion policies across government and beyond. Black farmers, including John Boyd Jr. of the National Black Farmers Association, expressed alarm, stating Trump’s unpredictable moves threaten the...

Tezlyn Figaro unpacks a whirlwind week: Legendary singer Roberta Flack’s passing leaves a soulful legacy, Trump and Elon Musk clash over federal "phantom workers" and layoffs, Starbucks slashes jobs and menu items, and McDonald’s battles egg shortages with deals. Plus,DoorDash’s $17M tip scandal and the canceled Frederick Douglass parade amid DEI rollbacks. Stay informed on the stories shaping 202...

In this episode, Tezlyn covers A$AP Rocky's not guilty verdict in his felony assault trial, featuring courtroom commentary and legal analysis from Attorney Sue-Ann Robinson. She also reports on the Delta Airlines accident that left a jet upside down on the tarmac, NYC Mayor Eric Adams' ongoing legal battles and administrative exodus, potential work requirements for Medicaid recipients, and conclud...

In this raw conversation with Tezlyn Figaro, New Orleans rapper and teacher Dee-1 talks about the problems in today's hip-hop, including his late-night meeting with #MeekMill during Super Bowl weekend. #dee1 breaks down the difference between telling real stories and making bad choices look cool, calls out big names like #50Cent and Kanye West, and shares his new take on what "gangsta" really mean...

In this week's REVOLT News Weekly, host Tezlyn Figaro breaks down Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show that drew 133.5 million viewers, featuring Samuel L. Jackson and Serena Williams. She looks into the Department of Justice's decision to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, and President Trump's warning to Hamas regarding hostage releases. This episode also dives into Gen Z...

This week on REVOLT News Weekly, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down the biggest stories in culture, politics, and beyond. President Trump reveals plans for a U.S. takeover of Gaza, aiming to transform it into a Middle Eastern "resort". Meanwhile, Canada vows retaliation against Trump’s tariff hikes, threatening a trade war. The Democratic National Committee welcomes a new leader, Ken Martin, who promises u...

Welcome back to REVOLT News Weekly with your host, Tezlyn Figaro! This week, we’re diving into the biggest stories shaking up culture and politics. From the tragic plane and helicopter crash in the Potomac River with no confirmed survivors to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s struggles during his Senate confirmation hearing, we’ve got you covered. Plus, the White House is inviting podcasters and bloggers in...