Legendary poet and activist Nikki Giovanni, known for her revolutionary work and impact on the Black Arts Movement, has passed away at 81.
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In his final weeks, Biden is urged to use clemency to cement justice reforms, protect records, and release crucial documents to counter potential Trump policy reversals.
President-elect Trump plans to expand the federal death penalty, prompting calls for President Biden to commute sentences of 40 individuals on death row.
President-elect Trump plans to use the Federal Protective Service, a powerful and often overlooked agency, to suppress dissent during his second term, raising concerns about potential abuses of power and the threat to First Amendment rights. Congress must act urgently to limit its authority and prevent its weaponization.
Election results face challenges as lawmakers in states like North Carolina move to alter or nullify outcomes.
A Delaware judge reaffirmed her ruling for Tesla to revoke Elon Musk’s pay package and set plaintiff fees at $345M.
Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. face unique challenges from election misinformation, with narratives often exploiting their cultural backgrounds. In 2020, a Trump ad falsely linking Biden to Venezuelan socialists targeted Florida's Venezuelan community. Such misinformation undermines confidence in U.S. elections, necessitating culturally informed countermeasures and better Spanish-language moderation on social media.
California Assemblymember Isaac Bryan proposes legislation to prioritize descendants of enslaved people in admissions to California's public universities.
The Supreme Court hears a pivotal transgender rights case, with Chase Strangio arguing against Tennessee's healthcare ban.
The Supreme Court questioned FDA's denial of flavored vaping products, raising concerns of fairness for companies.