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SNAP Benefits Are Flowing Again, But Many Enrollees Will Soon Hit Another Hurdle
The expansion of work requirements under the Republican-backed legislation will lead to a reduction of 2.4 million Americans receiving food stamp benefits, with the initial impact expected in March.
FEMA Workers Reinstated After Suspension And Investigation Over Letter Criticizing Trump’s Overhaul Of Agency
A group of FEMA workers, previously placed on forced leave during an investigation into alleged misconduct, has been reinstated following their signing of an open letter to Congress. The letter criticized the Trump administration's overhaul of FEMA, warning that such changes could jeopardize American lives.
What We Know – And Don’t Know – About The Immigration Crackdown Expected In New Orleans This Week
The Department of Homeland Security is set to deploy federal border agents to New Orleans, sparking fear and confusion among local officials and the immigrant community due to a lack of information about the operation.
Trump Commutes Sentence Of Private Equity CEO Convicted Of Fraud
President Donald Trump has exercised his clemency powers to commute the sentence of David Gentile, a private equity executive convicted of securities and wire fraud and sentenced to seven years in prison. This decision marks a continuation of Trump's pattern of granting reprieves to white-collar defendants during his second term.
U.S. Will Reexamine All Green Cards Issued To People From 19 Countries As Trump Administration Ramps Up Immigration Crackdown
In response to the recent shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, DC, the Trump administration has initiated a comprehensive review of green cards issued to individuals from 19 designated countries of concern. Concurrently, there will be a reassessment of all asylum cases approved during the Biden administration, reflecting a significant shift in immigration policy.
A Black Friday Of Resistance As Americans Push Back
Black Americans are using Black Friday to protest the political agenda of Donald Trump, which has stripped stability from millions of Americans and placed Black communities at the edge of economic ruin.
Don’t Let Predatory Debt Traps Rob The Holiday Season’s Joy
The holiday season is a time to be especially mindful of predatory lenders offering quick access to cash with high interest rates and hidden fees, and to consider alternatives such as BNPL and EWA, which can also lead to financial instability.
‘Like A Pawn In A Game’: 13 Months Without Representation In A Texas Congressional District
The Texas 18th Congressional District has faced an 18-month vacancy in representation following the deaths of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and Rep. Sylvester Turner. This void has been exacerbated by a contentious redistricting battle, leading to significant confusion and voter fatigue.
Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Viola Ford Fletcher Can Finally Rest
Viola Ford Fletcher, who held the distinction of being the oldest living survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, passed away at 111. Her testimony before Congress in 2021 was pivotal in highlighting the atrocity and advocating for justice for its victims.
Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Released From The Hospital After Treatment In The ICU
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader, has been discharged from Northwestern Memorial Hospital following treatment for progressive supranuclear palsy. The Rainbow PUSH Organization confirmed that Jackson, who is 84, is currently in stable condition.