BET News Hosts Influential “What’s at Stake” Discussion on 2024 Election
As the 2024 election rapidly approached, BET News hosted a critical conversation titled “What’s at Stake,” featuring three influential Black
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BET Unveils Exciting 2024 Election Special "What's At Stake"
Ed Gordon Hosts Dynamic Roundtable with Reps. Maxine Waters, Joyce Beatty, and Jasmine Crockett BET is set to debut an electrifying 2024...
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MAGA Clown Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets SHUT DOWN by Jasmine Crockett's Brilliance
WASHINGTON – In a heated exchange on the House floor, Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett silenced Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor...
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Expansion of Social Security Eligibility to Benefit More Recipients
Social Security is set to implement changes that will broaden access for applicants, a move expected to benefit a larger pool of...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Defies Republican Opposition on Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Allies
WASHINGTON — In a defiant stance, House Speaker Mike Johnson reaffirmed his commitment to advancing a U.S. aid package for Ukraine,...
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O.J. Simpson, Football Icon and Controversial Figure, Dies at 76
LAS VEGAS — O.J. Simpson, the former football star and actor known for his high-profile trial in the 1990s, has passed away at 76 after...
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Senate Fundraising Reaches Unprecedented Heights, Rivaling Presidential Campaign Spending
First-quarter fundraising data underscores a significant trend in contemporary politics: Senate candidates are amassing funds at levels...
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Biden warns ‘freedom and democracy are under attack’ in fierce State of the Union address
BY: JENNIFER SHUTT AND ARIANA FIGUEROA Courtesy of Louisiana Illuminator WASHINGTON — In remarks pivotal to his reelection this fall,...
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Dr. Shavonn Watkins Named 2024 Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) Most Promising Scientist
Baltimore, Maryland – Receiving a Black Engineer of the Year Award is a coveted honor that acknowledges the outstanding achievements of...
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JetBlue, Spirit Airlines Terminate $3.8B Merger After Antitrust Setback
JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines have announced the termination of their merger agreement, following a recent federal antitrust ruling...
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DID YOU SEE THIS: House Democrats Discuss Efforts to Combat Attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Democrats, led by Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus Steven Horsford, convened this week for the 2024 Issues Conference to...
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AT&T Announces Compensation Plan for Customers Affected by Recent Cellphone Network Outage
AT&T has unveiled a compensation initiative to alleviate the inconvenience faced by customers following a widespread cellphone network...
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House Passes $78 Billion Tax Package, Faces Senate Scrutiny
In a decisive move, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of...
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Federal Appeals Court Decision Raises Concerns Over Voting Rights Act Enforcement
Potential Ripple Effects on Voting Rights Nationwide as Appeals Court Decision Sparks Legal Debate WASHINGTON — In a divisive ruling on...
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Mike Pence Ends Presidential Campaign
Pence's Exit: A Turning Point in GOP's Presidential Race NEW YORK — Former Vice President Mike Pence announced the suspension of his...
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New Speaker Mike Johnson Faces GOP Challenges from Louisiana
WASHINGTON — In a significant political development, Louisiana's very own Republican, Mike Johnson, has assumed the role of Speaker of...
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The Nasty Fight among Republicans for House Speaker Gets Nastier
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In the high-stakes Speaker of the House race, nine...
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Dallas Bus Driver Honored for Heroic Actions in Saving Choking Student's Life
DALLAS - School bus drivers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of children during their daily commute. One bus driver from the...
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NNPA Condemns Attacks on Israel
Today, in a display of unity, the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), representing the Black Press of America, issued a...
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House Republicans Target Title I Education Grants in Controversial Spending Cuts
WASHINGTON — House Republicans are poised to determine the future of Title I education grants, a federal initiative providing crucial...
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