BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Democratic Congressman David Scott of Georgia has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding the future of Black farmers and reversing decades of systemic discrimination. Search BlackPressUSA Home Black History News COMMENTARY Education Video Lifestyle Transportation Contact Us BlackPressUSA Scott Bill Targets USDA Discrimination as Trump Ends DEI Protections BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Democratic Congressman David Scott of Georgia has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding the future of Black farmers and reversing decades of systemic discrimination. Published 3 weeks agoon July 24, 2025 By Stacy M. Brown African American Farmers By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent…
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BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Chuck D, the co-founder of Public Enemy, issued a warning during an appearance on the Black Press of America’s Let It Be Known morning show, aiming at America’s cultural disconnection, political chaos, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence and online manipulation. Chuck D, the co-founder of Public Enemy, issued a warning during an appearance on the Black Press of America’s Let It Be Known morning show, aiming at America’s cultural disconnection, political chaos, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence and online manipulation. The legendary artist also spotlighted Public Enemy’s surprise new album, Black Sky Over the Projects:…
Donald Trump’s fixation on former President Barack Obama has long bordered on obsessive. Now, it’s official government policy. Trump’s Justice Department has launched a federal grand jury investigation targeting former Obama administration officials—an apparent political hit job tied to Trump’s long-standing false claims that Obama and his team “manufactured” the Russia investigation to sabotage his presidency. Many have opined that Trump ran for president not to save the country, but to save himself. After being convicted on 34 felony counts, found liable for sexual assault, and held civilly responsible for massive business fraud, Trump launched his 2024 campaign under legal…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — President Donald Trump has sparked new outrage after declaring that undocumented immigrants are “naturally” inclined to perform grueling farm labor — and that people in “inner cities” simply “don’t do that work.” President Donald Trump has sparked new outrage after declaring that undocumented immigrants are “naturally” inclined to perform grueling farm labor — and that people in “inner cities” simply “don’t do that work.” The comment, made Tuesday on CNBC’s Squawk Box, echoes centuries-old racist tropes and comes one year after Trump infamously told Black journalists that immigrants were “taking Black jobs.” “These people do it naturally,…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — A new poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows growing public skepticism toward the effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Conducted July 10–14, 2025, the survey of 1,437 U.S. adults revealed that only about one-third believe DEI efforts reduce discrimination against women, Hispanic people, or Asian Americans. A new poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows growing public skepticism toward the effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Conducted July 10–14, 2025, the survey of 1,437 U.S. adults revealed that only about one-third believe DEI efforts…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Donald Trump’s latest tirade against a prominent Black media figure is drawing fresh scrutiny of his long-documented history of racist behavior. In a Truth Social post, the former president called Charlamagne tha God a “racist sleazebag” and “low-IQ individual” after the popular radio host criticized Trump’s return to the White House during an interview with Lara Trump on Fox News. Donald Trump’s latest tirade against a prominent Black media figure is drawing fresh scrutiny of his long-documented history of racist behavior. In a Truth Social post, the former president called Charlamagne tha God a “racist sleazebag” and…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — the World Economic Forum, and tech industry analysts all point to the same conclusion: AI is changing the workforce—but the doomsday scenario hasn’t arrived. Despite relentless corporate hype and rising concerns about mass unemployment, artificial intelligence has yet to lead to widespread job losses. Reports from Goldman Sachs, Brookings, CNN, the World Economic Forum, and tech industry analysts all point to the same conclusion: AI is changing the workforce—but the doomsday scenario hasn’t arrived. According to Goldman Sachs’ Q2 2025 AI Adoption Tracker, AI usage among U.S. firms rose from 7.4% to 9.2% in just one quarter. Yet…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — At the center of this legacy stands Theo Huxtable—the charming, intelligent middle son on The Cosby Show. Portrayed by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Theo wasn’t just a kid on TV: he was America’s son. Black sitcoms have long been the heartbeat of American television—blending humor, heart, and social insight to uplift communities and shift cultural narratives. From 1970s trailblazers to 1990s icons, these shows provided representation, shaped identities, and cracked ceilings in an industry that once sidelined Black stories. They bridged the gap between comedy and cultural commentary, offering laughter, lessons, and a mirror in which Black audiences could…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — A Trump-appointed federal judge has blocked a key rule that would have removed medical debt from the credit reports of roughly 15 million Americans, dealing a harsh blow to struggling families already burdened by the high cost of health care, particularly Black Americans who carry a disproportionate share of that debt. A Trump-appointed federal judge has blocked a key rule that would have removed medical debt from the credit reports of roughly 15 million Americans, dealing a harsh blow to struggling families already burdened by the high cost of health care, particularly Black Americans who carry a…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The report also warns of a rise in digital extremism. “During the 2024 election cycle, accounts supporting progressive candidates also saw their accounts blocked and shadow-banned without explanation,” the report documented. In its most urgent warning to date, the National Urban League has declared a “state of emergency” for democracy and civil rights in the United States. The organization’s 49th annual State of Black America report, unveiled at its conference in Cleveland, Ohio, outlines what it describes as a deliberate, coordinated campaign to reverse decades of progress for Black Americans. “A democracy willing to destroy itself rather than…