The Trump administration published a list of 443 federal office properties for sale, but the list was later revised and removed, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
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Faith coalition protests outside U.S. Capitol, demands Congress defend Constitution
Faith-based organizations gathered outside the U.S. Capitol to demand Congress defend against the 47th president’s assault on the Constitution and vulnerable communities, and will continue to do so every Wednesday in March if demands are not met.
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U.S. president says federal government should ‘take over’ D.C., backing Congressional GOP push
President Trump has expressed support for a federal takeover of Washington, D.C. to address the city’s crime and homelessness issues.
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Haitians face uncertainty as US ends temporary protections
The Trump administration has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, potentially leading to the deportation of thousands of people from a country facing humanitarian crisis.
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United we stand: Lessons from the 2024 ILA strike
Members of the International Longshoremen’s Association went on strike on Oct. 1, demanding a fair contract and significant wage increases, highlighting the importance of job security in a world dominated by AI.
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More DEI fallout: Air Force scraps course that used videos of Tuskegee Airmen and female WWII pilots
The Air Force has removed training courses featuring videos of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots to comply with the Trump administration’s crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
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FDA bans red dye No. 3 from foods
The FDA has banned the dye Red 3 from the nation’s food supply due to potential cancer risk, following a 2022 petition by food safety and health advocates.
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D.C.’s MLK Peace Walk and Parade to mark 20 year anniversary
The 20th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade will be held indoors at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast D.C. on Jan. 18, featuring a parade, health fair, and student essay competition, with a theme of “Commit to the Noble Struggle for Equal Rights”.
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Cori Bush vows to continue serving Missouri after she leaves the U.S. HouseÂ
Cori Bush, the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, plans to continue to work with her constituents to break barriers for Black and brown residents, despite her departure from Congress.
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Surgeon General warns alcohol increases cancer risk, urges new warning labels
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory linking alcohol consumption to an increased risk of cancer, and is calling for updated warning labels on alcoholic beverages to inform consumers of the cancer risks associated with alcohol consumption.
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Prince County Council Member-at-Large Calvin S. Hawkins announces campaign for Prince George’s County Executive
Prince George’s County Council Member-at-large Calvin S. Hawkins II has formally announced his candidacy for Prince George’s County Executive, outlining his vision for the future and his experience in public service.
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Top 10 ways to be a better Black voter
Keith Boykin urges African-Americans to become better voters by getting informed, verifying information, voting, attending local government meetings, volunteering, donating, supporting organizations, lobbying elected officials, running for office, and starting a PAC.