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The U.S. deficit dipped slightly to $1.8T, but rising spending and debt costs keep pressure on federal finances. Read more:
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U.S. Deficit Down Slightly, Spending Still Rising
The U.S. budget deficit dropped slightly to $1.8 trillion in 2025, but rising spending and interest costs continue to strain federal finances.
https://aurn.com/us-budget-deficit-2025-spending-rises
about 16 hours ago
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Sen. Patty Murray warns health care premiums could soar as the government shutdown drags on. Details: https://ow.ly/Fwrl50X8xzZ
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Murray Warns Health Premiums Could Surge Amid Shutdown
Sen. Patty Murray warns that health insurance premiums could surge as the government shutdown drags on, urging immediate congressional action.
https://ow.ly/Fwrl50X8xzZ
about 21 hours ago
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Gold prices hit a record $4,005.60 an ounce as inflation and layoffs rattle investors. Here’s why gold is skyrocketing: https://ow.ly/xwaR50X8u4z
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Why Gold Prices Are Skyrocketing
Gold prices soar to a record $4,005.60 an ounce as inflation, trade tensions, and layoffs drive investors toward safe havens during Trump’s second term.
https://ow.ly/xwaR50X8u4z
about 22 hours ago
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President Trump defends plans to permanently cut federal jobs and programs as 600K workers remain unpaid during the shutdown. Read more: https://ow.ly/BXvj50X84Xa
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President Trump Defends Job Cuts During Shutdown
President Trump defends his plan to permanently cut federal jobs and programs as 600,000 employees remain unpaid during the shutdown.
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1 day ago
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Gov. Gavin Newsom says Burbank Airport was left without air traffic controllers during the shutdown — and he’s blaming Trump. Read more: https://ow.ly/hImX50X7ZAi
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No Air Traffic Controllers? Blame the Shutdown
Gov. Newsom says Burbank Airport was left without air traffic controllers during the shutdown in a fiery exchange with Secretary Sean Duffy.
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1 day ago
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#OTD in 1934, Amiri Baraka — poet, playwright, and founder of the Black Arts Movement — was born in Newark, N.J. Read more: https://ow.ly/YVGJ50X7UY4 via
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On This Day: Amiri Baraka, Father of the Black Arts Movement
On Oct. 7, 1934, Amiri Baraka was born in Newark, N.J. The playwright and founder of the Black Arts Movement used art as a force for cultural resistance.
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2 days ago
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It’s day seven of the government shutdown. Congress is still gridlocked — and Americans are paying the price. Full story: https://ow.ly/zpLx50X7PcJ
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Americans Suffer as Congress Remains Deadlocked
As the government shutdown enters its seventh day, Americans continue to bear the brunt while Congress remains divided over health care subsidies and spending.
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2 days ago
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Judge Diane Goodstein’s South Carolina home exploded amid rising threats over her Trump-era rulings. Full story: https://ow.ly/YGzk50X7qY6
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Political Violence May Be to Blame for Fire at Judge’s House
Judge Diane Goodstein’s home exploded in South Carolina as threats mounted over her ruling against Trump’s Justice Department.
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3 days ago
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Vermont ranks as the safest state in America, followed by New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Utah. Full story: https://ow.ly/fLvR50X7pKb
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These 5 States Are the Safest in America Right Now
A new WalletHub report ranks Vermont as the safest state in America, followed by New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Utah.
https://ow.ly/fLvR50X7pKb
3 days ago
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A Trump-appointed judge has again blocked the president’s plan to send National Guard troops into Portland. Full story: https://ow.ly/lCVk50X7aLR
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Trump-Appointed Judge Blocks Oregon Occupation
A Trump-appointed judge has again blocked the president’s plan to send National Guard troops into Portland, pausing what critics call a political occupation.
https://ow.ly/lCVk50X7aLR
3 days ago
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Musician and producer Ike Turner Jr., son of Ike and Tina Turner, has died at 67 in Los Angeles. Full story: https://ow.ly/by1150X78pO
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Ike Turner Jr., Son of Ike and Tina Turner, Dies at 67
Musician and producer Ike Turner Jr., son of Ike and Tina Turner, has died at 67 in Los Angeles from kidney failure after years of heart problems.
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3 days ago
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After once calling it “seriously extreme,” Trump now embraces Project 2025 — leaning on it for shutdown strategy. Full story: https://ow.ly/egqU50X768c
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Trump Shifts From Denial to Embrace of Project 2025
After calling Project 2025 “seriously extreme,” President Trump now embraces it, leaning on the plan to guide his administration’s shutdown strategy.
https://ow.ly/egqU50X768c
3 days ago
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47% of Americans blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown, a new Washington Post poll finds. Full story:
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Poll: Trump, GOP Blamed Most for Shutdown
A Washington Post poll finds 47% of Americans blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown, while 30% blame Democrats and 23% remain unsure.
https://aurn.com/trump-gop-blamed-most-shutdown-poll
4 days ago
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Trump sparks backlash after repeating his “two N-words” comparison at Quantico. Full story: https://ow.ly/WfPM50X5RaC
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Trump’s ‘N-Word’ Remark at Quantico
Trump repeats his controversial ‘N-word’ comparison, telling military officers at Quantico that it applies to both a racial slur and nuclear weapons.
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7 days ago
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Shutdown day 2 and Washington is still stalled. Congress is deadlocked over ACA subsidies. Full story: https://ow.ly/mKQF50X5QfG
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Shutdown Day 2: Congress Deadlocked Over ACA Subsidies
Day two of the government shutdown leaves Washington stalled, with no deal in sight as Congress remains divided over Affordable Care Act subsidies.
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7 days ago
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in 1967: Thurgood Marshall was sworn in as the first Black justice on the Supreme Court, making history. Read more:
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Thurgood Marshall: First Black Supreme Court Justice
On Oct. 2, 1967, Thurgood Marshall was sworn in as the first Black justice on the Supreme Court, cementing his legacy in civil rights history.
https://aurn.com/thurgood-marshall-first-black-supreme-court-justice/
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ACA premiums could double if Congress fails to renew subsidies, KFF warns. Millions may face sticker shock as open enrollment nears. Full story: https://ow.ly/mVQG50X5Gko
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ACA Premiums Could Double Without Subsidy Renewal
ACA premiums could rise 114%, from $888 to $1,900 a year, if Congress does not renew enhanced subsidies by year’s end, KFF warns.
https://ow.ly/mVQG50X5Gko
7 days ago
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Two major unions are suing the Trump administration over threats to fire federal workers during the shutdown. Full story:
https://ow.ly/RJgf50X5hY4
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Unions Sue Trump Over Federal Worker Firings
AFGE and AFSCME sued the Trump administration over threats to fire federal workers during the shutdown, calling the plan unlawful extortion.
https://ow.ly/RJgf50X5hY4
8 days ago
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The U.S. job market shed 32,000 private-sector jobs in September, with the Midwest hit hardest, according to ADP. Full story:
https://ow.ly/py1H50X57uO
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U.S. Job Market Sheds 32,000 Jobs in September
The U.S. job market shed 32,000 private-sector jobs in September, with the Midwest hit hardest, according to ADP’s latest report.
https://ow.ly/py1H50X57uO
8 days ago
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On this day in 1945, soul legend Donny Hathaway was born in Chicago. His timeless songs, from “This Christmas” to his duets with Roberta Flack, continue to inspire. Full story:
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Remembering Donny Hathaway, Born Oct. 1, 1945
Soul legend Donny Hathaway, born Oct. 1, 1945, in Chicago, left behind timeless hits like “This Christmas” and a legacy cut short at 33.
https://ow.ly/UhxB50X54Ye
8 days ago
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The government is shut down. 750,000 federal workers face furloughs as Trump vows “irreversible” changes. Full story:
https://ow.ly/29QG50X50Uq
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Government Shutdown Begins, Trump Vows “Irreversible” Changes
The U.S. government shutdown begins, with 750,000 federal workers facing furloughs and Trump vowing “irreversible” changes.
https://ow.ly/29QG50X50Uq
8 days ago
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s fiery Quantico speech blasted generals, mocked “dudes in dresses,” and vowed to cut DEI programs. Full story:
https://ow.ly/XNOG50X4FcO
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Hegseth’s Quantico Speech Draws Criticism
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s speech at Marine Corps Base Quantico drew criticism after attacks on generals, women, and DEI programs.
https://ow.ly/XNOG50X4FcO
9 days ago
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Miami and Los Angeles top UBS’s housing bubble risk index as prices soar past wages. New York and San Francisco? Much lower risk. Full story: https://ow.ly/fEi150X4v03
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UBS Flags Miami, LA at Highest Housing Bubble Risk
Miami and Los Angeles top UBS’s Global Real Estate Bubble Index as housing costs outpace wages, while New York and San Francisco show lower risks.
https://ow.ly/fEi150X4v03
9 days ago
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Trump gave Hamas 3–4 days to accept his Gaza peace plan, unveiled with Netanyahu. The proposal includes a cease-fire, prisoner swaps, and aid. Full story: https://ow.ly/kjCQ50X4tUi
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Trump Sets Deadline for Gaza Peace Plan
President Trump set a three-day deadline for Hamas to accept his Gaza peace plan, which includes a cease-fire, prisoner swap, and Israeli withdrawal.
https://ow.ly/kjCQ50X4tUi
9 days ago
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George Hardy, a Tuskegee Airman who flew in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam, has died at 100. Full story: https://ow.ly/O2s050X4s5I
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Tuskegee Airman George Hardy Dies at 100
Tuskegee Airman George Hardy, a combat pilot in three wars and a champion of civil rights, has died at 100 at his home in Florida.
https://ow.ly/O2s050X4s5I
9 days ago
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Oregon is suing President Trump over his order to send 200 National Guard troops to Portland, calling it federal overreach. Full story:
https://ow.ly/ulSZ50X3Zvo
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Oregon Sues Trump Over National Guard Deployment
Oregon is suing President Trump over his order to deploy 200 National Guard troops to Portland, arguing the state can manage its own public safety.
https://ow.ly/ulSZ50X3Zvo
10 days ago
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The Black Caucus Veterans Braintrust tackled veteran health crises and honored Rep. Charles Rangel at its annual forum. Full story:
https://ow.ly/qMOW50X3XIn
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Black Caucus Honors Veterans at Annual Forum
The Black Caucus Veterans Braintrust honored Rep. Charles Rangel while tackling addiction and health challenges facing veterans.
https://ow.ly/qMOW50X3XIn
10 days ago
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The clock is ticking on a government shutdown. Trump and lawmakers clash over health care and spending. Full story:
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Clock Ticking on Government Shutdown
Congress faces a shutdown deadline as Trump and lawmakers clash over health care and spending. Offices may close if no deal is reached.
https://ow.ly/laz250X3Ie6
10 days ago
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After 38 years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Maurice Hastings wins a record $25M settlement in California.
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California Man Freed After 38 Years Wins $25M
Maurice Hastings, wrongfully imprisoned for 38 years, wins a record $25M settlement in California after DNA evidence cleared him.
https://ow.ly/zeC350X3I9b
10 days ago
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Assata Shakur, convicted in the 1973 murder of a New Jersey state trooper and long a fugitive in Cuba, has died at 78.
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Assata Shakur, Political Fugitive, Dies at 78
Assata Shakur, convicted in the 1973 murder of a New Jersey trooper and long a fugitive in Cuba, has died at 78, Cuban officials said.
https://aurn.com/assata-shakur-political-fugitive-dies-cuba
12 days ago
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Former FBI Director James Comey indicted for lying to Congress. Trump hails “JUSTICE IN AMERICA!” while his ex-lawyer leads the case. Details:
https://ow.ly/Yov950X2WIp
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Comey Indicted: Trump Ally Leads Case
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted on federal charges as Trump ally Lindsey Halligan leads the case, raising questions over politics.
https://ow.ly/Yov950X2WIp
13 days ago
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75% of Americans now say the U.S. is headed in the wrong direction — including a sharp rise among Republicans. Full breakdown:
https://ow.ly/faFe50X2Sk9
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Poll: 75% Say U.S. on the Wrong Track
A new AP-NORC poll finds 75% of Americans say the U.S. is headed in the wrong direction, with growing Republican discontent.
https://ow.ly/faFe50X2Sk9
13 days ago
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Trump’s fight with the Fed could shake U.S. economic credibility. Read more:
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Trump vs. the Fed
Every former Fed chair and top GOP officials warn the Supreme Court: Trump’s bid to oust Lisa Cook threatens the Fed’s independence.
https://aurn.com/trump-vs-the-fed
13 days ago
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Oklahoma Sen. Shane Jett wants to honor Charlie Kirk with campus plazas, statues, and a “Charlie Kirk Free Speech Day.”
https://ow.ly/66nl50X2veo
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Oklahoma Senator Proposes Charlie Kirk Statues, Memorial Plazas
Oklahoma Sen. Shane Jett filed bills to honor Charlie Kirk, including campus memorial plazas, statues, and a “Charlie Kirk Free Speech Day.”
https://ow.ly/66nl50X2veo
14 days ago
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19 days ago
"I'm not obnoxious, but I'm trying to ask you..." Ebony McMorris replied after President Donald Trump insulted her at the White House.
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Trump Snaps At Reporter In Oval Office: 'You Are Really Obnoxious'
"I'm not obnoxious, but I'm trying to ask you..." Ebony McMorris replied after President Donald Trump insulted her at the White House.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-obnoxious-reporter-ebony-mcmorris_n_68ced1f7e4b066d79ee404f7?utm_campaign=bluesky_feed
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A new report says white South Africans are the only group being resettled in the U.S. under Trump’s second-term refugee policy. South African leaders and global watchdogs are sounding the alarm. Read more:
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U.S. Opens Doors to White South Africans Only?
A report says white South Africans are the only group being accepted as refugees under Trump’s second-term immigration policy, sparking global backlash.
https://ow.ly/rvqX50VRO9t
5 months ago
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Sharpe James, Newark’s mayor for 20 years and a key force in the city’s redevelopment, has died at 89. Full story:
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Sharpe James, Longtime Newark Mayor, Dies at 89
Sharpe James, former Newark mayor who led major redevelopment but was later convicted of fraud, has died at 89. He was known for his political tenacity.
https://ow.ly/ftyr50VRSms
5 months ago
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Trump signs an executive order forcing drugmakers to match international prices. Can it work—or will it backfire? Full story:
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Trump Takes Aim at Drug Prices
Trump signed an executive order giving drugmakers 30 days to lower prices. Critics say it could hurt innovation and limit patient access in the U.S.
https://ow.ly/oS9f50VRNZs
5 months ago
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Happy Easter from Rev. Al Sharpton and our entire AURN family 🐣🎉 - Tell us in the comments what you’re looking forward to most!!!
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6 months ago
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