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AURN News brings you the stories that matter to Black America. Since 1973, American Urban Radio Networks has amplified Black voices and covered the issues that shape our lives. As the only Black-owned media network with a White House bureau, AURN delivers trusted, timely news from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment. Join journalists Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, and Tanya Hart for in-depth reporting, historic insights, and daily updates that inform and empower. Stay connected at aurn.com and follow @aurnonline on all social media platforms.
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July 11, 2025 • 1 min
After years of heated debate, a new Gallup poll shows that most Americans — including many Republicans — now favor immigration as a positive force in the country. Record-high support for a path to citizenship highlights a shift, even as Trump continues to push mass deportation policies and struggles with disapproval among Hispanic voters.
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July 11, 2025 • 1 min
President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 35% tariff on all Canadian imports, citing fentanyl concerns. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called the tariffs a financial attack, while opposition leader Pierre Poilievre warned they would hurt both economies. The move could strain already fragile U.S.-Canada relations and drive up prices on both sides of the border.
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July 11, 2025 • 1 min
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein, a Democrat, has vetoed three Republican-backed bills aimed at eliminating DEI programs in schools, universities and state agencies. His actions come as President Donald Trump aggressively rolls back DEI programs nationwide — underscoring a growing national divide over equity and representation.
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July 11, 2025 • 1 min
A federal judge in New Hampshire has ruled that President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, issuing a nationwide injunction and certifying a class-action lawsuit on behalf of affected children. The case centers on the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all born in the U.S.
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July 10, 2025 • 1 min
A Michigan judge has dismissed a challenge to the state’s decades-old ban on publicly funded abortions, leaving Medicaid unable to cover abortion care except in limited circumstances. Even after voters enshrined abortion rights in the constitution in 2022, low-income residents remain blocked from equitable access.
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July 10, 2025 • 1 min
Arthur Ashe, born July 10, 1943, in Richmond, Virginia, became the first Black man to win the U.S. Open, Australian Open and Wimbledon. But his greatest legacy may be his tireless activism for civil rights, HIV/AIDS awareness and global human rights.
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July 10, 2025 • 1 min
An Economist/YouGov poll shows that a majority of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump’s proposed budget, with many concerned about cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and SNAP. Even Republican voters expressed strong support for maintaining funding for social programs.
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July 10, 2025 • 1 min
The Trump administration has sanctioned U.N. Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, who has been outspoken about alleged human rights violations in Gaza. The move comes as Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with President Donald Trump in Washington and raises questions about silencing international watchdogs.
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July 9, 2025 • 1 min
In a move that could reshape church-state boundaries, the IRS has indicated that churches can endorse political candidates without risking their tax-exempt status. Critics warn this opens the door to dark money and political manipulation — and Rev. Al Sharpton says Black churches could be unfairly targeted.
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July 9, 2025 • 1 min
Clark Atlanta University is launching a groundbreaking initiative in partnership with IBM SkillsBuild to train students and faculty in artificial intelligence. With access to large language models, real-world AI tools, and capstone projects, HBCU students will be equipped to shape a more inclusive future for tech.
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July 9, 2025 • 1 min
The Supreme Court has upheld President Donald Trump’s executive order targeting the federal workforce. The decision opens the door to massive layoffs and restructuring across key agencies like the EPA, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued a forceful dissent. Critics warn of unchecked executive power.
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July 9, 2025 • 1 min
In 1893, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams broke both medical ground and racial barriers when he performed the first successful open-heart surgery at Provident Hospital. This episode honors his historic achievement and the enduring legacy of a man who reshaped access to care for Black patients and professionals alike.
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July 8, 2025 • 1 min
President Trump’s overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program could deny debt relief to workers based on their employer’s political stance. Immigrant rights, LGBTQ support, and pro-Palestinian groups may be blacklisted — threatening the futures of teachers, nurses and public servants across the country.
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July 8, 2025 • 1 min
President Trump hit pause on sweeping new tariffs — but only until Aug. 1. Letters to allies warn of hikes up to 40%, and countries like Japan and South Korea face immediate trade pressure. The Dow dropped 400+ points, and consumer costs could spike.
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July 8, 2025 • 1 min
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick says the Trump-backed OBBB Act is “the devastation of America.” From Medicaid disenrollment to SNAP rollbacks, the law hits the vulnerable while shielding its harshest impacts until after the 2026 midterms. AURN News breaks it all down.
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July 8, 2025 • 1 min
Bayard Rustin’s legacy as a queer Black civil rights leader gets new life through a digital archive launching this fall. Speeches, photos and rare footage—like Rustin at a 1964 Selma rally—will highlight his critical role in the March on Washington and advocacy for justice.
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July 7, 2025 • 1 min
A new Joint Center report reveals a troubling decline: only 6 percent of House personal office top staff were Black in 2025—down from 6.7 percent in 2018—despite overall increases in staff diversity. We explore which caucuses are bucking the trend and what this means for influence behind the scenes.
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July 7, 2025 • 1 min
Elon Musk has officially launched the America Party, challenging what he calls the “corrupt two‑party system” — just two weeks after a public split with President Trump. We explore the implications of Musk’s move, his ineligibility for the presidency and Trump’s threat to retract federal subsidies from Tesla and SpaceX.
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July 7, 2025 • 1 min
Flash floods turned a summer weekend into a deadly disaster, leaving at least 80 dead and dozens missing in Texas. Camp Mystic suffered the worst losses, as families now demand answers. President Donald Trump declared a disaster zone but sparked criticism over potential FEMA cuts.
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July 7, 2025 • 1 min
While President Trump points to job growth as a sign of economic strength, new data shows layoffs are surging in several industries — and most new jobs are in government, not the private sector. AURN breaks down the latest numbers, including what’s driving job cuts in 2025.
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