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Donald Trump shifted a planned affordability speech into a stream of false claims about inflation and tariffs, while also targeting Somali and other Black and brown migrants with racist tropes. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

The Trump administration has removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from the National Park Service’s 2026 fee-free days while adding former President Donald Trump’s birthday. The Interior Department also announced steep fee hikes for non-U.S. residents. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:  https://aurn....

Former President Donald Trump says he is sending $12 billion in federal aid to farmers harmed by trade disputes and new tariffs. Democrats warn the plan papers over a trade war that hurt farmers, while some Republicans say subsidies can’t replace sound policy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:  https://aurn.com/...

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, leans into criticism from President Donald Trump, using his repeated insults as the soundtrack to her new Senate campaign ad. Crockett’s message centers on resilience, political pushback and channeling attacks into motivation for her supporters. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: h...

Rep. Jasmine Crockett is entering the race for U.S. Senate in Texas, challenging the long-held Republican seat currently occupied by Sen. John Cornyn. Her announcement follows GOP-led mid-decade redistricting that reshaped Democratic districts in North Texas. Crockett aims to turn the race into a referendum on gerrymandering and Texas’ political future. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed...

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Texas to move forward with a contested congressional map that civil rights groups say weakens Black and Latino voting power. The stay in  Abbott v. LULAC  lets the state use its newly drawn districts while the case proceeds. Critics — including members of the Congressional Black Caucus — say the ruling greenlights racial gerrymandering ahead of the 2026 midterms....

On this day in 1925, Sammy Davis Jr. — one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century — was born. Rising from vaudeville to global fame, Davis dazzled as a dancer, singer and actor, joined Frank Sinatra’s Rat Pack and appeared in iconic films such as  Ocean’s 11 . His career earned him numerous honors, including a Kennedy Center Honor. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed wit...

CDC vaccine advisers have voted to end universal newborn Hepatitis B vaccination and move to a high‑risk‑only approach. Pediatricians warn this reversal of a decades‑old policy could increase infant infections and undermine progress made since the 1990s. Critics say ACIP is ignoring long‑established evidence that universal vaccination prevents mother‑to‑child transmission. Subscribe to our newslet...

A new Politico poll shows that affordability concerns are rising nationwide, with 46% of respondents saying the cost of living is the worst they can remember. Many voters — including more than a third of Trump supporters — attribute the problem to President Donald Trump. The hardest expenses to afford include groceries, housing, health care and utilities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay inform...

Big Sean and Usher are investing $1 million to create a digital production hub for Detroit youth inside Michigan Central’s new Boys & Girls Club. The Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator will include a virtual production studio, special effects lab and creator-focused spaces. The project aims to give young Detroiters tools, mentorship and opportunities to pursue creative careers without leav...

Nearly five years after pipe bombs were planted outside the DNC and RNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, federal authorities have arrested Brian Cole of Virginia as the prime suspect. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced charges related to the use of an explosive device, with more possible as the investigation continues. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the late...

The U.S. job market is showing fresh signs of strain as employers announced more than 71,000 layoffs in November — a 24% increase from last year — according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Through November, job cuts have risen 54% compared to 2023, reaching their highest level since the height of the pandemic. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-...

Navy Adm. Frank “Mitch” Bradley is set to face sharp bipartisan questioning over a deadly double‑tap strike on a suspected drug‑running boat in the Caribbean. Lawmakers are examining why survivors in the water were treated as hostile targets and whether the mission crossed legal boundaries. Human rights advocates warn the United States risks losing moral authority when wounded individuals are stru...

On this day in 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. was founded at Cornell University, becoming the first Black fraternity in the United States. The Seven Jewels created a brotherhood dedicated to scholarship, leadership and service. Today, Alpha Phi Alpha has more than 900 chapters across the globe and counts leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Thurgood Marshall among its members. Subscri...

A newly released Department of Homeland Security memo confirms the Trump administration has frozen more than 1.4 million asylum cases and paused green card and naturalization processing for people from 19 countries labeled high risk. Officials must re-review past approvals and reopen cases when necessary. DHS cites recent terrorism cases as justification for overhauling its vetting procedures. Sub...

President Donald Trump issued a surprise pardon to Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda, following their 2024 federal indictments. Trump claimed the couple was unfairly targeted by the Biden administration and accused federal prosecutors of political motivations. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media comp...

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the Trump administration from carrying out warrantless immigration arrests. Judge Beryl Howell ruled that agents must obtain warrants or demonstrate probable cause, citing evidence of indiscriminate enforcement practices. The ruling also requires detailed documentation of any future warrantless arrests. Subscribe t...

Senators from both parties are pressing the Pentagon after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered conflicting explanations about a reported second strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean. Lawmakers are seeking details on who authorized the mission, its legal basis and any recordings from the operation. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Bl...

A new Pew Research Center survey shows that 78% of Americans believe elected officials should avoid using heated or aggressive language because it could encourage some people to commit violent acts. Support for toning down rhetoric has increased across both parties, including a significant shift among Republicans since 2019. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a...

Sen. Cory Booker and Alexis Lewis celebrated a second wedding ceremony in Washington, D.C., surrounded by family and guided by blessings from both a rabbi and a pastor. The celebration followed their legal marriage days earlier in Newark. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:  https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by S...

Senators from both parties are raising alarms after reports that U.S. Special Operations forces conducted a second strike on survivors of a drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean. The incident, first revealed by The Washington Post, has prompted questions about whether the order could constitute a war crime. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...

A major federal appeals court delivered a setback to President Donald Trump’s effort to install loyalists inside the Justice Department, disqualifying Alina Habba from serving as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor. Judges cited violations of federal vacancy laws, improper firings and title reshuffling. The decision marks the second Trump-installed prosecutor blocked in one week. Subscribe to our...

World AIDS Day began in 1988 as the first global health awareness day, created to bring visibility and truth to a crisis marked by stigma and government inaction. Today, it remains a call to action — honoring lives lost, supporting people living with HIV and recognizing the progress made through activism and scientific breakthroughs. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest new...

New ADP data shows private employers losing about 13,500 jobs per week over a four-week period ending Nov. 8 — another sign of strain in the U.S. labor market. While some sectors such as health care, education and transportation added jobs, others including leisure and hospitality, information and business services saw significant losses. Annual pay, however, continued to rise at 4.5%. Subscribe t...

Berry Gordy Jr., born on Nov. 28, 1929, transformed American music by creating the Motown Sound, a revolutionary blend of soul, pop and R&B. After founding Motown in 1959, he helped launch the careers of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, the Supremes, the Temptations, the Jackson 5 and many more. Today, we celebrate Gordy’s enduring legacy and his 96th birthday. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay infor...