By Stacy M. Brown Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has joined the small and closely watched group of Black American billionaires, a milestone that places her alongside a handful of individuals who built vast wealth in a country where Black ownership has long been restricted, delayed or denied. According to Forbes, Beyoncé is now worth at least $1 […]
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MAGA billboard in Montgomery sparks outrage with racist imagery
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — A billboard in Montgomery, Ala., has ignited a storm of backlash after displaying the words “It’s Time to Get the Clowns Out!” alongside images of people in racist blackface.
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White House targets Black-led cities despite record crime declines
The 47th president’s takeover of Washington, D.C.’s police force and his threats to extend the same approach to other Black-led cities are being denounced as racially motivated and tied directly to the Project 2025 blueprint.
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‘Free America Weekend’ ignites wave of protests nationwide
By Stacy M. Brown A sprawling coalition of activists transformed July 4 into a day of protest and civic action, as demonstrators in all 50 states rallied against President Donald Trump’s second-term agenda. Billed as “Free America Weekend,” the effort was the latest in a string of large-scale demonstrations, following June’s “No Kings Day” protests […]
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Critics question 2024 results as Musk tactics surface
A Wisconsin nonprofit has filed a legal complaint accusing Elon Musk, his America PAC, and a Musk-affiliated group called United States of America Inc. of violating state election laws by bribing voters.
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Chrisley’s prison confession: A White man finally says what Black America’s known
Just days after receiving a pardon from the 47th president, reality TV star Todd Chrisley publicly condemned the racial disparities he witnessed in federal prison, using his platform to expose how systemic bias denies Black inmates equal access to rehabilitation programs.
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Capitol rioter rejects 47th president’s pardon in unprecedented rejection of Jan. 6 clemency
In a rare act of accountability, Jan. 6 rioter and former MAGA supporter Pamela Hemphill has formally rejected the clemency granted to her by the White House, condemning the pardons as propaganda and affirming her guilt in the Capitol attack.
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Hate and chaos rise in 47th president’s America
The Southern Poverty Law Center’s 2024 report identified 1,371 hate and antigovernment extremist groups embedding themselves in U.S. politics and targeting marginalized communities through disinformation, intimidation, and violence, while exposing the far right’s escalating influence and coordinated attacks on democratic institutions.
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Could Gen. Lloyd Austin III have survived leaking war plans?
A major national security breach has come under scrutiny after The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief was accidentally added to a Signal group chat where Trump administration officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Vice President JD Vance, discussed a pending military strike. While lawmakers from both parties have expressed concern, critics argue that the response would be far harsher if the officials involved weren’t White and connected to Trump.
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Target caught in DEI crossfire as lawsuits and boycotts mount
Target Corporation has faced financial consequences, community backlash, and legal challenges after scaling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and withdrawing its Pride Month merchandise, prompting boycotts and economic pressure from civil rights groups.
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Modern love, Black voices: BLK’s first ‘State of Black Singles’ report uncovers shifting dating norms
BLK, a leading social and dating app for Black singles, has released its inaugural “State of Black Singles” report, revealing the evolving dynamics of love, sex, and relationships within the Black community.
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Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown’s groundbreaking book on the Transatlantic Slave Trade calls for action and education
Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. has released a powerful new book, “The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy,” which examines the enduring impact of the Transatlantic Slave Trade and outlines a path forward for racial justice and economic empowerment.