President Trump’s executive orders have sparked controversy over the Department of Education’s DEI programs, but local organizations like the Black Family Blueprint and NdCAD are working to empower Black families with education, emotional healing, and support.
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Global Protests on April 5: Cities Unite Against Trump and Musk
Tens of thousands of people in the US and around the world are planning to protest on April 5, demanding an end to the destruction of the government and economy, and defending their rights and democracy.
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Trump Formally Moves to Shutdown Education Department
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which would cut the department’s workforce in half and significantly scale back its functions, potentially putting millions of students’ education and civil rights at risk.
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Trump Is Race Baiting Black America For Hopes of Violence, But Here’s Why We Won’t Take the Bait
Black Americans are not taking to the streets to protest the Trump administration’s attempts to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts from the government, despite the administration’s attempts to provoke them.
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America in free fall under corrupt Trump admin
Trump’s presidency has been marked by economic failure, authoritarianism, race-baiting, and a record-breaking number of indictments, convictions, and criminal charges, leaving the US on the brink of collapse.
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Federal Job Cuts Threaten Black Middle Class
Federal government employment has historically been a cornerstone of economic stability for Black workers, but recent mass layoffs and terminations have disproportionately affected Black employees across multiple federal agencies, threatening the economic foundation of the Black middle class.
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The End of Black Lives Matter Plaza
Mayor Muriel Bowser commissioned a mural in 2020 to defiantly respond to the Trump administration’s order to attack local protesters in that block, but five years later, city workers began dismantling the mural due to Republican interference.
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Vets among the casualties of DOGE takeover
Rep. Ilhan Omar’s office helped secure safe passage for American allies, including Air Force Intelligence officer Chris Wicker, after the Taliban took control of Kabul in 2021, and Wicker now works as the deputy director of the Small Business Administration’s Minneapolis branch.
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Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn faces calls for resignation following arrest
Minnesota state Sen. Justin Eichorn is facing bipartisan calls for his resignation following his arrest on allegations of soliciting a minor.
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Trump’s Gold Card Citizenship Plan
President Donald Trump has unveiled a new initiative where wealthy foreign-born individuals can purchase gold cards for $5 million, granting them green card privileges and a path to American citizenship.
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Andrea Jenkins Will Not Seek Reelection to Minneapolis City Council
Andrea Jenkins, Minneapolis Ward 8 City Council member, has announced that she will not seek reelection in 2025, concluding her historic tenure representing the Lyndale and Kingfield neighborhoods.
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Pressley, Comer Clash as ‘Sanctuary City’ Hearing Erupts in Chaos
Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Rep. James Comer engaged in a heated exchange during a House Oversight Committee hearing on immigration policy, with Pressley pushing back against Comer’s hardline immigration narratives with data and lived experiences.
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Black Women in Congress Stand Strong Against Trump’s Agenda
Black women leaders in Congress, such as Reps. Yvette Clarke, Lateefah Simon, and Jasmine Crockett, are leading the resistance against President Trump’s administration’s harmful policies and ensuring their voices are heard.
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Congressman Al Green’s Protest During Trump’s Address: A Stand Against the President’s Agenda
Rep. Al Green of Texas interrupted President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress to protest Trump’s claims of a mandate from the American people and proposed cuts to Medicaid, a lifeline for many of the poor and marginalized people he represents.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Speaks Out While Others Stay Silent
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) is standing up against Donald Trump and his attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is challenging the hypocrisy and privilege that fuel his campaign, while also praising Canada and Mexico for taking a firm stance against Trump’s policies.
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Schools, Colleges Face Threats of Being Defunded
The U.S. Department of Education has issued a directive requiring schools and universities to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal funding, sparking a legal battle on the horizon.
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New York Congresswoman Introduces Bill to Make Trump’s Birthday a Federal Holiday
Rep. Claudia Tenney has introduced a bill to make June 14 a federal holiday honoring both Trump’s birthday and Flag Day, sparking mixed reactions from supporters and critics.
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Defending Diversity: Attorney General Ellison Stands Firm on DEIA in the Workplace
The coalition of 16 attorneys general, led by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, has issued guidance reaffirming the legality and value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives in workplaces across the country, despite concerns from businesses following a Trump Administration Executive Order.
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Will Teaching Black History Be the Next Target? McMahon Refuses to Clarify Stance Under Trump Order
Linda McMahon, Trump’s nominee for secretary of education, declined to clarify whether Black history classes would be allowed under Trump’s executive order against so-called “radical indoctrination,” leaving educators and students in a state of uncertainty.
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Omar takes heavy flak for teaching immigrant rights
Rep. Ilhan Omar faced online backlash for a video where she emphasized key rights for individuals when approached by ICE, while Elon Musk’s department of government efficiency is facing legal challenges over its attempts to access sensitive federal payment systems.