The 47th president’s newly announced tariffs are expected to raise prices on everyday goods, disproportionately impacting low-income and marginalized communities who spend a higher share of their income on essentials. Experts warn that the increased costs and economic uncertainty could worsen inequality, strain household budgets, and potentially lead to job losses in vulnerable sectors.
Category: Washington D.C. News
Posted inBlack History
Uncovering the legacy of Thomas Frazier
Once a cornerstone of Washington, D.C.’s Black community, the former Frazier Funeral Home has been transformed into modern apartments, yet its walls still whisper stories of civic leadership and service. Though time has reshaped its purpose, the legacy of Thomas and Willie Frazier endures, a testament to their profound impact on the city’s history.
Posted inD.C. Community
How to access D.C.’s paid family leave benefits
D.C.’s Universal Paid Leave program offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave for medical, family, parental, and prenatal needs, funded by a tax on participating businesses and nonprofits. While the program provides vital support to workers, challenges such as benefit caps, eligibility confusion, and administrative hurdles continue to spark debate among residents and advocates.
Posted inU.S. Government
Federal judges from both parties blocked 47th president’s policies 46 times — maybe it’s not the judges
Federal judges blocked Trump administration policies 46 times, with rulings coming from judges appointed by both Republican and Democratic presidents. Despite frequent legal defeats and public attacks on the judiciary, Trump appointed over 200 federal judges, some of whom later ruled against his policies based on legal reasoning.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Smithsonian African American Museum Director Placed on Leave
By Stacy M. BrownBlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent Kevin Young, the director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), is currently on personal leave and not leading the museum, according to Smithsonian officials. The leave began on March 14 and will continue for an “undetermined period,” according to Kevin Gover, the Smithsonian’s […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Cory Booker sets a record with marathon Senate speech. Will it rally anti-Trump resistance?
Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., set a historic record with a marathon speech in the Senate, lasting over 25 hours, to protest President Trump’s actions and rally support against his agenda. Booker’s speech, breaking Strom Thurmond’s 68-year-old record, aims to energize the anti-Trump resistance while emphasizing the urgent need to protect American democracy.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Education Department employees cheered as they leave, warn of impacts of cuts
Recently fired Department of Education employees received emotional send-offs as they packed up their belongings amid mass layoffs that cut the workforce by 50 percent. Supporters and advocates rallied in solidarity, warning that the cuts could weaken essential education programs and signaling broader concerns about the future of public education.
Posted inNational News
Critics see Oval Office attacks on the ‘Black Smithsonian’ as an effort to sanitize racism in US history
President Trump’s executive order targeting the Smithsonian Institution and the National Museum of African American History and Culture has drawn sharp criticism from historians and civil rights advocates, who argue it seeks to downplay racism’s role in American history. Critics view the move as part of a broader effort to suppress discussions of race, diversity, and Black contributions to the nation while promoting a revisionist historical narrative.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
The Washington Informer celebrates 60 years of service at Legacy Awards Gala
By Ashleigh FieldsSpecial to the AFRO The Washington Informer has long captured the stories of the residents, leaders and communities that infuse vibrant culture into the District of Columbia. For six decades the paper has been a voice for people in D.C. and beyond. In honor of the Informer’s anniversary, the publication, which serves one […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Federal judge blocks 47th president from dismantling Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, preserving its operations while a lawsuit challenging its elimination proceeds. The ruling underscores the agency’s role in protecting consumers and prevents what the court deemed an unlawful and irreparable shutdown.
Posted inAfro Briefs
In Massachusetts and elsewhere, youngsters find healing through art
Art therapy, as exemplified by Raw Art Works (RAW) in Lynn, Massachusetts, helps young people express and process emotions through creative activities in a supportive community. RAW’s approach fosters resilience and healing by using group-led art projects rather than focusing on individual diagnoses, reflecting the broader impact of art therapy seen in various institutions and community programs nationwide.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
19th annual ‘Blacks in Wax’ production brings history to life in Washington, D.C.
By Latita FaulkSpecial to the AFRO The 19th Annual “Blacks in Wax” production took place on March 7 at the Thearc Theatre in Washington D.C., providing a transformative experience for the scholars of Southeast Tennis and Learning Center. The program is more than just a performance- it’s an educational, creative and cultural journey that pushes […]