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Paul Ingrassia, nominated by Donald Trump to lead the Office of Special Counsel, withdrew after racist text messages surfaced referring to Martin Luther King Jr. Day and describing himself as having a “Nazi streak.” The fallout drew criticism from both Democrats and top Republicans. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media comp...

Republican lawmakers in North Carolina have passed a new congressional map that could add another GOP seat in the U.S. House. Gov. Josh Stein, a Democrat, cannot veto the measure under the state constitution. Critics say the plan targets Rep. Don Davis (D-N.C.)’s district by adding conservative counties and splitting majority-Black areas. Civil rights groups call it part of a long history of voter...

John Boyd, president and founder of the National Black Farmers Association, says President Donald Trump’s tariffs have pushed up costs and cut off export markets for small and Black farmers. Boyd warns the damage goes beyond economics — calling it a civil rights crisis — and urges Americans to support Black farmers directly. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a...

As the U.S. government shutdown enters its third week, President Donald Trump’s approval rating remains steady, according to several new polls. Protests under the No Kings banner have spread nationwide, as Americans cite inflation, jobs, and health care as worsening concerns amid the shutdown. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled...

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for President Donald Trump to deploy the Oregon National Guard to Portland — a move critics say oversteps presidential authority. Oregon’s attorney general is requesting an emergency rehearing, while San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie condemns the expansion as unconstitutional. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leadin...

President Donald Trump is reportedly considering commuting Sean “Diddy” Combs’ 50-month prison sentence, according to TMZ. The outlet cites a senior White House source but notes that officials have denied the report. Combs’ legal team has reportedly been in contact with top aides since his sentencing. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & co...

A new Pew Research Center poll reveals that nearly half of Americans believe President Donald Trump is trying to wield more power than past presidents — and even 42% of Republicans say he uses his office to target critics. Despite the concerns, most Republicans continue to back his approach. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled m...

Tens of thousands of demonstrators flooded Manhattan for the nationwide No Kings march, protesting what they described as authoritarian policies under the Trump administration. The NYPD reported no arrests and praised the peaceful demonstration. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hoste...

Millions of Americans filled streets nationwide in one of the largest peaceful protests in U.S. history — the No Kings Day demonstrations. As protesters demanded democracy and denounced authoritarianism, President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video showing a version of himself flying a fighter jet and dumping feces on protesters. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest...

On this day in 1991, Anita Hill testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee that then–Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas had subjected her to inappropriate behavior and comments. Her courage forced a national conversation about gender, power, and workplace misconduct, helping pave the way for the #MeToo movement. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leadi...

Morgan State University has received a $63 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The gift — her second to the HBCU — brings her total contributions to $103 million. University President David K. Wilson calls the gift a “partnership in progress” that will help strengthen the school’s endowment and student success programs. Subscr...

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has filed suit against the Trump administration after it imposed a $100,000 fee on companies hiring foreign workers through the H-1B visa program. The Chamber says the policy is unlawful and hurts small businesses and startups. Executive Vice President Neil Bradley says the group is ready to work with Congress and the administration on common-sense immigration reforms....

On Oct. 13, 1928, historian and journalist Lerone Bennett Jr. was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Over decades at Ebony magazine, he shaped how America understands Black history and identity. His book “Forced Into Glory” challenged myths about Abraham Lincoln and sparked national debate. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled medi...

U.S. District Judge Sara L. Ellis has ordered ICE officers in Chicago to begin wearing body cameras after videos surfaced showing agents using tear gas and other forceful tactics against protesters. The ruling follows concerns that previous limits on riot control weapons were being ignored. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker praised the order, while a Cook County judge separately barred ICE from courthou...

Rutgers University history professor Mark Bray tells AURN News he fled the U.S. for Spain after violent threats connected to his academic work on anti-fascism. Bray, author of “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook,” says online campaigns and doxxing forced his family to leave their home. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media co...

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s plan to lay off thousands of federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown. The ruling, issued by Judge Susan Y. Illston of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, calls the layoffs illegal and beyond executive authority. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-...

This episode revisits the historic 1995 Million Man March — a moment that brought hundreds of thousands of Black men to Washington, D.C., in a collective call for justice, accountability, and healing. Featuring reflections on its enduring legacy and the leaders who shaped it. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: ht...

The U.S. passport isn’t what it used to be. For the first time, America has slipped out of the top 10 in global travel rankings — landing at No. 12, tied with Malaysia and just ahead of Romania. The latest Henley & Partners Passport Index shows a continued decline from the days when the U.S. held the top spot. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-o...

The Mary Fields Horse & Heritage Museum in Connecticut is now open — the nation’s first museum dedicated to Black equestrian history. Named after “Stagecoach Mary” Fields, the first Black woman to work for the U.S. Postal Service, the museum highlights her fearless legacy and the long-overlooked contributions of Black cowboys and horse culture in America. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay inform...

The U.S. Supreme Court hears Louisiana v. Callais, a major case challenging Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. At stake is the future of Black voter representation and fair redistricting. 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.com...

More than 30 media outlets, including Fox News, CNN, The Associated Press, and The New York Times, are rejecting the Pentagon’s new press rules. The policy allows the Defense Department to revoke credentials for publishing information not cleared for release — even if unclassified. Journalists say it threatens the First Amendment and government transparency. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay inf...

A new Economist/YouGov poll finds that most Americans believe the nation is heading in the wrong direction as the government shutdown stretches into its third week. Majorities of white, Black, and Hispanic respondents say they’re dissatisfied with how President Donald Trump and Congress have handled the crisis. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-...

The Trump administration’s mass firings have hit the Education Department hard — leaving millions of students with disabilities at risk as oversight and enforcement stall. Advocates warn the move could cripple the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the landmark law protecting every child’s right to a free, appropriate education. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the lates...

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a Black transgender woman and revolutionary LGBTQ+ leader, has died at 78. Over five decades, she fought for the rights and survival of trans people — especially Black trans women, incarcerated trans women, and those facing police brutality. Her legacy shaped the modern LGBTQ+ movement and inspired generations to follow. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with t...

The government shutdown reaches Day 13 with no end in sight. Speaker Mike Johnson stands firm against negotiations over health care funding as thousands of federal workers face furloughs and firings. Vice President J.D. Vance calls the cuts painful but necessary, while Democrats push to protect Affordable Care Act subsidies. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a...