The USS Gerald R. Ford, the nation’s most advanced aircraft carrier, has entered the Caribbean as part of a massive U.S. military buildup near Venezuela, raising concerns over the White House’s escalating counterdrug campaign. While officials claim the operation targets narcotrafficking, critics warn it signals heightened pressure on President Nicolás Maduro and potentially unlawful military actions in the region.
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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Honors former Vice President Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris received the Phoenix Award at the 2025 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Gala, honoring her contributions to public service and leadership. The event brought together lawmakers, civil rights leaders and cultural figures for an evening of speeches, awards and performances.
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Common yet unspoken: Uterine fibroids and their toll on Black women’s health
Lawmakers and advocates gathered on Capitol Hill to support the U-FIGHT Act, a legislative package aimed at advancing research, access to care, and early detection for uterine fibroids—a condition that disproportionately affects Black women. Supporters emphasized the urgent need for public awareness, better treatment options, and investment in women’s reproductive health to ensure no woman suffers in silence.