At the State of Downtown Forum, D.C. leaders highlighted the looming loss of economic activity as federal workforce reductions threaten to remove 40,000 employed residents from the city. Mayor Muriel Bowser emphasized the importance of retaining these workers and attracting new jobs to ensure the District’s economic stability, especially in light of a budget shortfall caused by federal government interference.
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Posted inTechnology
Is artificial intelligence key to economic mobility or will it increase disparities?
By Leah Mallory Artificial Intelligence is definitely a tool for financial empowerment, but not the key to economic growth since the racial wealth gap predates AI, experts explained. “I don’t think AI is an end-all-be-all and the mothership to Black economic mobility because the systemic issues that Black communities have faced on a general scale […]
Posted inNational News
Protesters denounce 47th president and billionaire ally in ‘Hands Off!’ rallies across the US
Thousands of protesters rallied across all 50 states on April 5 in the largest demonstration yet against President Trump’s administration, criticizing sweeping government cuts, immigration policies, and threats to civil rights under the leadership of Trump and adviser Elon Musk. Organized by over 150 advocacy groups, the peaceful “Hands Off!” protests reflected widespread outrage over actions impacting Social Security, LGBTQ+ rights, and federal agency staffing.
Posted inBaltimore News
Maryland protestors say ‘Hands Off’ social security, education, federal jobs and more
On April 5, hundreds of Marylanders protested outside Baltimore City Hall, denouncing the recent executive orders that threaten social security, education, federal jobs and civil rights. Demonstrators expressed alarm over sweeping federal cuts, rising economic instability and what they see as a rollback of basic rights and protections.
Posted inDMV News
Fallout from chops to federal government felt in the Virginia governor’s race
As the current U.S. presidential administration moves aggressively to cut government jobs, Virginia—home to thousands of federal workers—faces a political battleground where the economic ripple effects could shape the 2025 governor’s race.
Posted inU.S. Government
Ranking members Mfume and Connolly demand answers from postal board of governors on sudden departure of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and shady DOGE agreement
Reps. Kweisi Mfume and Gerald E. Connolly have called for an urgent briefing from the U.S. Postal Service’s Board of Governors following Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s abrupt resignation after signing a cost-cutting agreement with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Their letter raises concerns about the Trump administration’s efforts to restructure or privatize the Postal Service, potentially jeopardizing mail delivery and agency independence.
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 inUncategorized
America’s European allies are trying to pry their unspent money back from USAID
European allies Sweden, Norway, and the Netherlands contributed $15 million for joint development projects through USAID, but the funds have remained unspent or unreturned since the Trump administration froze foreign aid. The lack of response from U.S. officials has raised concerns about Washington’s financial reliability, with critics warning that abrupt contract cancellations and aid cuts are damaging both global development efforts and America’s credibility as a partner.
Posted inCongressional Black Caucus (CBC)
Congressional Black Caucus outlines agenda, promotes nonviolent resistance to injurious White House policies
During a press conference at the Democratic Issues Conference in Leesburg, Virginia, the Congressional Black Caucus reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to championing the rights and well-being of Black Americans and other marginalized groups. Through addressing government funding, defending DEI initiatives, promoting economic empowerment, safeguarding voting rights, and pursuing criminal justice reform, the CBC continues to play a pivotal role in shaping policies that strive for a more just and equitable society.
Posted inMaryland News
In crowded town hall, Maryland constituents air worries about government cuts
By Colin McNamara Capital News Service COLUMBIA, Md. – Hundreds of Maryland constituents turned out at a town hall the night of March 11 hosted by Maryland congressional Democrats to voice their concerns over the Trump administration’s efforts to break up federal agencies and cut government programs and jobs. Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Congresswoman call for committee leadership to investigate illegal actions at Dept. of Education
By The Office of Congresswoman Alma Adams On March 5, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12) led their colleagues on a letter calling for House Committee leadership to investigate the Trump administration’s illegal actions taken at the Department of Education (ED). Over the past few weeks, the Department of Government Efficiency […]
Posted inBUSINESS
Stocks’ sell-off worsens as Wall Street wonders how much pain the 47th president will accept for the economy
By Stan ChoeAP Business Writer The U.S. stock market’s sell-off cut deeper on March 10 as Wall Street questioned how much pain President Donald Trump will let the economy endure through tariffs and other policies in order to get what he wants. The S&P 500 dropped 2.7 percent to drag it close to 9 percent […]