Category: USA Today
Former President Barack Obama reached out to New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Saturday, according to multiple news reports, praising Mamdani’s campaign and offering to serve as a “sounding board” if Mamdani wins, but stopping short of giving a formal endorsement. The 30-minute phone call reportedly covered campaign strategy, staffing for a potential […]
Social-media influencers are under fire this Halloween after several of them posted photos wearing blackface and promoting racist stereotypes. One of the most prominent cases involves self-described comedian Brittany Venti, who posted a photo wearing blackface and holding a box of fried chicken with the caption “When that EBT hit.” The image sparked immediate outrage […]
The 2025 New York City mayoral election is shaping up to be one of the most ideologically diverse and consequential races in decades. From long-time political figures to rising progressives, the field reflects a city at a crossroads, torn between tradition, reform, and the urgent need for equity. For Black and working-class New Yorkers, what’s […]
The case surrounding the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has once again ignited public outrage after Virginia Giuffre’s brother called on President Donald Trump to be held accountable for his long-documented ties to Epstein. The statement follows the recent fallout involving Prince Andrew, who was officially stripped of his royal titles and evicted from his […]
The National Guard across all fifty U.S. states has been directed to establish specialized “quick reaction forces” capable of responding rapidly to civil unrest and large-scale demonstrations. The new mandate, which excludes the District of Columbia, signals a broader shift toward institutionalizing military readiness for domestic disturbances, a move drawing both praise and concern. According […]
