“This judge treated him viciously, telling him either you cooperate or I’m putting you in jail for 15 years,” Trump continued. “He pled, and went to jail for very minor offenses, highly unusual, served 4 months in Rikers, and now they are after him again, this time for allegedly lying (doesn’t look like a lie […]
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All of the Groundbreaking and Important Black ‘Firsts’ You Should Know
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 02: Carl Gaines, Blane Charles, Matthew Cohen, Vickie A. Tillman, Lanita A. Ward-Jones, Giselle Byrd, and Patrick McGovern attend the 23rd annual Callen-Lorde Community Health Awards at Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers on November 02, 2023 in New York City. Photo: Photo by Hatnim Lee (Getty Images) Giselle Byrd, […]
Read MoreBlack Political Leaders Respond to Biden’s State of The Union
President Joe Biden delivered the final State of the Union of his first term in office on Thursday night — making a bold appeal to the American people to give him another term in office, and highlighting the existential threat to our democracy. ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ Star Folake Olowofoyeku Sings Queen’s“Bohemian Rhapsody”, Reveals Funniest Castmate […]
Read MoreMike Johnson Has a Bonkers Plan to Avoid a Government Shutdown
Screenshot So despite what Cooper said Tuesday evening, it is actually critical to talk about Gaza in any analysis of Michigan’s results. Talking about Israel’s bombing of Gaza—and how Biden is backing that bombing—is the actual politics of the issue. “I think sometimes as we’re talking about this issue, we are centering President Biden, we […]
Read MoreYou Won’t Believe Mike Johnson’s Wild Plan to Avoid a Government Shutdown
Screenshot So despite what Cooper said Tuesday evening, it is actually critical to talk about Gaza in any analysis of Michigan’s results. Talking about Israel’s bombing of Gaza—and how Biden is backing that bombing—is the actual politics of the issue. “I think sometimes as we’re talking about this issue, we are centering President Biden, we […]
Read MoreAll of The Groundbreaking Black ‘Firsts’ You Need To Watch
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 02: Carl Gaines, Blane Charles, Matthew Cohen, Vickie A. Tillman, Lanita A. Ward-Jones, Giselle Byrd, and Patrick McGovern attend the 23rd annual Callen-Lorde Community Health Awards at Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers on November 02, 2023 in New York City. Photo: Photo by Hatnim Lee (Getty Images) Giselle Byrd, […]
Read MoreHakeem Jeffries and Nancy Pelosi Are Enjoying Every Second of This
The ruling was “masterful because it combined so many elements” like “constitutional text, judicial precedent, history, and just sheer logic and the party’s own concessions—Trump’s own concessions—just to make an absolutely cohesive whole opinion that just inexorably leads you to the conclusion that he is not immune,” Conway explained. And Trump’s February 12 turnaround is […]
Read MoreJeffries, Pelosi Enjoying Every Minute of Mike Johnson’s Humiliation
The ruling was “masterful because it combined so many elements” like “constitutional text, judicial precedent, history, and just sheer logic and the party’s own concessions—Trump’s own concessions—just to make an absolutely cohesive whole opinion that just inexorably leads you to the conclusion that he is not immune,” Conway explained. And Trump’s February 12 turnaround is […]
Read MoreRep. Cori Bush Confirms DOJ Investigation, But is She The Target of a Right-Wing Attack?
Representative Cori Bush, a Democrat from Missouri, arrives for a vote at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024. Bush disputed allegations that she misused government funds meant for private security, even as she confirmed she’s under criminal investigation by the Justice Department.Photo: Al Drago/Bloomberg (Getty Images) Representative Cori Bush […]
Read MoreDems Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries Stands By Embattled Rep. Summer Lee
House Minority Leader Jeffries Lays Out His Hopes For 2024, Unity With The Squad & Others Off English House Minority Leader Jeffries Lays Out His Hopes For 2024, Unity With The Squad & Others House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) officially endorsed Representative Summer Lee (D-PA) — who is facing an onslaught of spending from […]
Read MoreHouse Republicans Only Have One Way out of Their Government Funding Debacle
Giving up control of the House would allow them to at least plead powerlessness. They could return to a defensive posture, accusing Biden and the Democrats of reckless spending, and wash their hands of any deal that funds the government through the 2024 election. As for the Hunter Biden investigation, there is an argument that […]
Read MoreHere Are The Black Politicians You Need To Know In 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 13: U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) speaks during a news conference calling for a ceasefire in Gaza outside the U.S. Capitol building on November 13, 2023 in Washington, DC. House Democrats held the news conference alongside rabbis with the activist group Jewish Voices for Peace.Photo: Anna Moneymaker (Getty Images) Congresswoman Ilhan […]
Read More5 Funniest 2023 Political Moments We Refuse To Let Go
MIAMI, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 08: Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) speaks to members of the media as he is seen behind fellow candidate Vivek Ramaswamy in the spin room following the NBC News Republican Presidential Primary Debate at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County on November 8, […]
Read MoreWeekend Politics Roundup December 22, 2023
“What could we do to get you to go away,” asks the impeccably dressed comedian Ziwe to expelled former Congressman George Santos. Advertisement “Stop inviting me to your gigs,” he replied, adding, “but you can’t because people want the content.” The interview, broadcasted live via YouTube, was a moment of unflinching honesty that skewered society’s collective […]
Read MorePolitical News roundup: George Santos doesn’t Know James Baldwin, the Worst Political trainwrecks and More…
“What could we do to get you to go away,” asks the impeccably dressed comedian Ziwe to expelled former Congressman George Santos. Advertisement “Stop inviting me to your gigs,” he replied, adding, “but you can’t because people want the content.” The interview, broadcasted live via YouTube, was a moment of unflinching honesty that skewered society’s […]
Read MorePolitical News Roundup: George Santos Doesn’t Know Who James Baldwin Was, Other the Political Trainwrecks and more…
“What could we do to get you to go away,” asks the impeccably dressed comedian Ziwe to expelled former Congressman George Santos. Advertisement “Stop inviting me to your gigs,” he replied, adding, “but you can’t because people want the content.” The interview, broadcasted live via YouTube, was a moment of unflinching honesty that skewered society’s […]
Read MoreAre House Democrats Out In The Cold Over Heated Immigration Debate?
As the election draws closer, several hot-button issues are causing divisions within the Democratic party. Recent reports that the White House is willing to concede on several hardline immigration policies in exchange for Ukraine funding are undeniably adding to the rift. The Week C-SPAN Became Must-See TV Off English One of those reported concessions, according […]
Read MoreRep. Hakeem Jeffries Says He’ll Protect Progressives Targeted By AIPAC & Others
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 14: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) holds a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on December 14, 2023 in Washington, DC. Jeffries spoke on the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act and other year end legislative matters. Photo: Kevin Dietsch (Getty Images) Progressive members of “The Squad” are facing […]
Read MoreRep. Hakeem Jeffries Says He’ll Protect Pro-Ceasefire Progressives Targeted By AIPAC & Others
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 14: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) holds a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on December 14, 2023 in Washington, DC. Jeffries spoke on the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act and other year end legislative matters. Photo: Kevin Dietsch (Getty Images) Progressive members of “The Squad” are facing […]
Read MoreShould Solitary Confinement Be Banned? New York City Mayor Eric Adams Says This
On Wednesday, The New York City Council is expected to approve a bill that could make New York the biggest city in the nation to ban solitary confinement in city jails. The inhumane practice may continue as Mayor Eric Adams continues to be vocal about his support of it. Kevin Johnson Executed By State of […]
Read MoreOMG: This Staffer Was Caught Doing WHAT in the Senate?!
Image: Photo: Andrey Denisyuk (Getty Images) We’ve said it once, and we will say it again: Entitled people working for the rich and powerful do THE most. But this latest scandal is bound to catch even the most jaded among us off guard. Here’s How To Get Heatless Curls & Waves With Little Fuss Off […]
Read MoreHere Are The Groundbreaking Black “Firsts” You Should Know
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 12: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) gives remarks ahead of a Capitol Menorah lighting ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Building on December 12, 2023 in Washington, DC. The Hanukkah reception was the first of its kind at the U.S. Capitol Building that featured bipartisan congressional leadership. Photo: Anna Moneymaker […]
Read MoreHere Are a Few Groundbreaking Black ‘Firsts’ You Should Know
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 12: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) gives remarks ahead of a Capitol Menorah lighting ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Building on December 12, 2023 in Washington, DC. The Hanukkah reception was the first of its kind at the U.S. Capitol Building that featured bipartisan congressional leadership. Photo: Anna Moneymaker […]
Read MoreDems Call Out Attempts to Silence Black and Brown Members of Congress
Democrats are calling out their Republican colleagues after the House voted on Thursday to censure Congressman Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) for pulling a fire alarm while Congress was in session to vote on government funding. White House Calls Progressive Women “Repugnant” For Gaza Ceasefire Call | The 411 Off English Unsurprisingly, the vote ran along mostly […]
Read MoreRoot 100: Black Americans Making Waves In Politics and STEM
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 02: New York City Health Department’s Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of HIV Dr. Oni Blackstock speaks on stage during Housing Works World AIDS Day at The New York Academy of Medicine on December 02, 2019 in New York City.Photo: Gary Gershoff (Getty Images) Yes, we have two sisters […]
Read MoreRoot 100: Black Americans at the Top of Their Game In Politics and STEM
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 02: New York City Health Department’s Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of HIV Dr. Oni Blackstock speaks on stage during Housing Works World AIDS Day at The New York Academy of Medicine on December 02, 2019 in New York City.Photo: Gary Gershoff (Getty Images) Yes, we have two sisters […]
Read MoreThe Root 100 2023: Black Americans at the Top of Their Game in Politics and STEM
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 02: New York City Health Department’s Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of HIV Dr. Oni Blackstock speaks on stage during Housing Works World AIDS Day at The New York Academy of Medicine on December 02, 2019 in New York City.Photo: Gary Gershoff (Getty Images) Yes, we have two sisters […]
Read MoreProminent Black Political Figures Share Their Thoughts on Israel & Gaza
Although the crisis in Gaza and Israel is raging thousands of miles away from our shores, Black political leaders in the United States have been steadily weighing in. Prominent Black politicians, ranging from President Barack Obama to Congresswoman Cori Bush to Cornell West, have shared their thoughts on the humanitarian crisis that has already taken […]
Read MoreThe GOP’s Last Resort Speaker Solution Is Going Down in Flames, Too
Even among his allies, Jordan’s shtick is beginning to “wear a little thin,” and he has possibly “worn out his welcome,” one senior House GOP member told Fox News’s Chad Pergram. Jordan’s long-shot bid to become speaker has only grown more fraught as the days have dragged on. In his first floor vote, 20 Republicans […]
Read MoreMike Huckabee Can’t Think Of Anything More ‘Embarrassing’ For GOP Than Hakeem Jeffries As House Speaker
NewsOne Featured Video Members of the U.S. House of Representatives gather for a vote for Speaker of the House at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on October 17, 2023. | Source: SAUL LOEB / Getty Guys, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee is upset. He appears to be drowning in anxiety over the way Republicans […]
Read MoreDemocrats on the GOP Sh**show: “Their Civil War Continues”
“I think I was surprised that they would revisit those issues when generally in public life the idea is to move on,” said Representative Richard Neal, another Massachusetts Democrat and former chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, of the many scandals circling Jordan’s candidacy for speaker, including the Ohio Republican’s frequent attempts […]
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