The Biden-Harris administration has committed a record $17 billion in federal investments to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) since FY 2021, providing unprecedented support to these institutions that produce a significant percentage of Black professionals in critical fields.
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Posted inGo Green
Our protected public lands remind us that nature is for everyone
Yosemite National Park Ranger Shelton Johnson is advocating for diversity in national parks by connecting people with nature.
Posted inSports
Twins expand relationships with HBCUs to provide opportunities for students
The Twins organization is expanding its relationships with HBCUs to provide summer internships and opportunities for students to make a career in sport.
Posted inOpinion
Kamala Harris’ Black agenda: A record of accomplishments
VP Kamala Harris has implemented a number of initiatives to benefit Black Americans, including passing the Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act and providing funding to HBCUs.
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Joe Biden drops his bid for president; endorses Kamala Harris
President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Biden’s plan to make renting affordable for millions of Americans
President Biden has announced a series of actions to make renting more affordable for millions of Americans, including calling on Congress to cap rent increases.
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June jobs report reflects Biden’s steady economic leadership, record job creation
The Biden-Harris administration has produced 15.7 million jobs since taking office, with the latest report showing 206,000 jobs added in June, while the unemployment rate edged up to 4.1%.
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Taxpayers to benefit from IRS program
The IRS has announced that its Direct File program will become a permanent option for federal tax returns starting in the 2025 tax season.
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Biden-Harris administration continues efforts to address gender pay gap on Equal Pay Day
The Biden-Harris administration has announced new initiatives to tackle pay gaps and support women’s economic security.
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Vice President Harris announces women’s initiative with over $900M in commitments
Biden-Harris administration commits to advancing women’s economic empowerment globally with WISE initiative.
Posted inNational, News
Biden-Harris administration launches $2.2 billion relief initiative to support Black farmers
The initiative comes after decades of Black farmers accusing the USDA of discrimination and being denied loans crucial for their livelihoods and land preservation.
Posted inNational, News
U.S.-Africa trade and investment flourish, fueling economic growth and job creation
Since 2021, the U.S. Government has successfully closed over 900 deals across 47 African countries, amounting to a total estimated value of $22 billion in two-way trade and investment.
Posted inFeatured, Health + Wellness
As monkeypox hits African American community hard, Biden administration increases vaccine
‘Moreover, the share of cases among Black people has risen in recent weeks, suggesting widening disparities for this group.’
Posted inOpinion
To protect democracy, we have to fix the Supreme Court
Will our federal government step up to protect voting rights, or will more and more states suppress them?
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WATCH: Amanda Gorman makes history as youngest inaugural poet
Amanda Gorman was one of the highlights of a history-making inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Posted inLocal & State, National, News
WATCH: Biden, Harris honor lives lost to COVID-19 (updated)
On the eve of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ historic inauguration, the two will lead a nationwide effort to honor lives lost to COVID-19
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Congresswoman Fudge, Ambassador Rice announced as key members of Biden administration
Following the announcement of Gen. Lloyd Austin on Tuesday, President-elect Joe Biden rolled out more of his administration on Thursday.
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President-elect Biden reveals key members of health team
The incoming Biden-Harris administration has revealed the medical experts tasked with tackling the pandemic when they step into power.
Posted inOpinion
A huge victory – and more work to do
In his speech Saturday night, Joe Biden made it clear that he understands how much he owes to Black folks: ‘The African American community stood up again for me.’