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December 10, 2025 • 1 min
Rod Paige, the nation’s first Black secretary of education and a driving force behind the No Child Left Behind Act, has died at 92. Appointed by President George W. Bush, Paige helped shape one of the most consequential — and controversial — federal education laws in modern history.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter
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December 10, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 9, 2025 • 1 min
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.com/newsletter
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December 9, 2025 • 1 min
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/newsletter
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December 9, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 8, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 8, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 8, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 6, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 6, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 5, 2025 • 1 min
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 leaving the city.
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December 4, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 4, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 4, 2025 • 1 min
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 struck.
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December 4, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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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.
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December 3, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 3, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 3, 2025 • 1 min
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.
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December 2, 2025 • 1 min
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 leading Black-owned & controlled med...
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