national news

Trump's 'Agenda 47' and the Republican National Convention: A Comprehensive Overview

As he prepares to accept the GOP nomination, questions linger about his contentious 'Agenda 47' plan and how it's just Project 2025 in disguise.
07/16/2024

Donald Trump Selects Former ‘Never-Trumper’ JD Vance as Running Mate

The Ohio senator once likened the former president to Hitler.
07/15/2024

President Joe Biden Responds to Donald Trump Rally Shooting in Oval Office Address

"The political rhetoric in this country has gotten very heated. It's time to cool it down,” the President said.
07/15/2024

President Joe Biden Selects BET News For Crucial Primetime Interview To Address Black America, Airing Wednesday, July 17 at 10 PM ET/9 PM CT on BET

"Black America Votes: The Biden Interview" will confront pressing issues in a high-stakes moment for the re-election campaign.
07/13/2024

Waka Flocka Gives Biden Supporter the Boot at Recent Utah Concert

The Atlanta emcee told attendees, ‘We’re gonna party right now for T24.’
07/03/2024

Engaging Black Voters: A Tale of Two Parties

During a critical election season, Black voter engagement is at the forefront, and we're taking a look to see how each campaign has done so far.
07/02/2024

Supreme Court Says Trump Has 'Absolute Immunity' For Official Acts

The Supreme Court ruled Monday that some of Donald Trump's actions to overturn the 2020 election are protected from criminal charges.
07/01/2024

The Impact of Project 2025 on Black Communities: A Looming Crisis

During the BET Awards, Taraji P. Henson emphasized the importance of understanding what another Trump presidency could mean and why everyone should be familiar with 'Project 2025'.
07/01/2024

Memes Take Center Stage in First Presidential Debate

Sometimes, you have to laugh to keep from crying.
06/28/2024

Biden vs. Trump: A Clash of Ideologies in the Presidential Debate

In a heated debate, President Joe Biden and convicted felon Donald Trump presented starkly different visions for America, with Black jobs trending on social media as a topic of jokes. Here are five key takeaways from the event.
06/28/2024

The Flavor of Resistance: Unveiling the Deep Roots of African American Influence on American Cuisine

Culinary scholar Michael W. Twitty reveals that American cuisine is deeply rooted in African traditions, making our food a powerful act of resistance and survival and urges us to honor African American contributions to our culinary heritage.
06/18/2024