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Congressional Black Caucus calls for national emergency after SCOTUS decision

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) are urging President Biden to declare a national emergency in response to the Supreme Court’s decision striking down the Roe v. Wade ruling on abortion rights. In a letter to Biden, the CBC members said he …

Black US leaders slam Roe v. Wade ruling, warning that Black women will be 'disproportionately impacted' by the decision

The NAACP and CBC responded to SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. They highlighted how Black women will be "disproportionately impacted" by the decision. The CBC called on President Joe Biden to declare a public health emergency in light of …

Boom! Supreme Court’s decision blows up decades of legal footing for abortion rights

For some, it was the dreaded arrival of a threatening sea change. Others likened it to deliverance from a menacing threat to life. Either way, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion is a game-changer. On …

Samuel L. Jackson goes after Justice Thomas in racial attack after Roe ruling

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Actor Samuel L. Jackson attacked Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas in a tweet Saturday after the court overturned Roe v. …

Milwaukee should get federal tech hub funding: Congressional Black Caucus leader

Milwaukee should be among the U.S. places designated as a regional technology hub under pending federal legislation that would fund innovation and economic development efforts in those hubs, Congressional Black Caucus executive director Vincent Evans said …

Milwaukee should get federal tech hub funding: Congressional Black Caucus leader

Gov. Edwards, Congressional Black Caucus speak on court drawing maps

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – After four hours, the legislature has ended the day with a motion to adjourn without passing new Congressional maps. The court will have to draw its own map. Louisiana lawmakers have until Monday, June 20 to create a new …

Women of color react to SCOTUS decision overturning abortion rights

Linda Goler Blount was just a child in 1973 when the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Roe v. Wade, legalizing access to abortion for women nationwide.  “Women know how to take care of themselves,” said her mother, a kindergarten teacher and member of the …

Trump takes victory lap after Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade ruling

Former President Trump lauded the Supreme Court’s decision to eliminate federal-level abortion protections, touting the three conservative justices whom he appointed. “Today’s decision, which is the biggest WIN for LIFE in a generation, along with other …

House passes bipartisan gun safety bill

The bipartisan bill — which emerged as the result of a pair of deadly shootings last month that killed 19 children and two adults in Uvalde, Texas, and 10 people in Buffalo, N.Y. — had a shockingly fast turnaround in a narrowly divided Congress with a long …

Supreme Court’s Roe reversal reshapes Democrats’ battle to keep Congress

In the battleground state of Wisconsin, Planned Parenthood clinics shut down abortion access at least temporarily after the decision because of a state-level criminal law, crystallizing the stakes of that state’s Senate race. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. …

First lady Jill Biden visits Surfside building collapse site on anniversary

First lady Jill Biden on Friday visited the site of the collapsed apartment building in Surfside, Fla., where 98 people died one year ago. “On behalf of my husband, President Biden, whose heart and prayers have never left this community, we stand with you …

Black Press highlights 195 years, looks to the future

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) annual convention in New Orleans last elevated the urgency of increasing voter registration and voting among individuals of color. The NNPA is a trade association representing the more than 230 African …

Pence calls for all states to ban abortion after Supreme Court ruling

Former Vice President Mike Pence, who has signaled he’s mulling a run for president in 2024, is pushing for states across the country to ban abortion following the Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe v. Wade. “Having been given this second chance for …

Florida-based Publix says they will not offer vaccine 'at this time' to kids under 5

Florida-based grocery chain Publix this week said that it will not offer the COVID-19 vaccine to children under 5 years of age at this time. Responding to a customer’s question on Twitter, Publix confirmed that parents would be unable to vaccinate their …

Here are the 14 House Republicans who voted for the gun safety bill

Fourteen House Republicans voted with all Democrats to pass a gun safety bill on Friday, sending the measure to President Biden’s desk for signature. The final vote was 234-193, with three Republicans not voting. The legislation, which passed the Senate in …

Black Pride Legends Continue The Fight Forward

Gay pride rainbow flag with a fist hand raised of African-American person as a symbol of freedom, ... [+] LGBTQI rights, racial equality and anti racism. concept. getty Ernest Hopkins and Philip Pannell's friendship was born out of activism and the …

Roe v Wade overturned - live: Abortion protests across US as Biden gives urgent address on Supreme Court ruling

1656088531 Congressional Black Caucus chair Joyce Beatty reacts to Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade Congressional Black Caucus chair Representative Joyce Beatty has issued a statement responding to the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v Wade. Her …

Full statements from local politicians, organizations on overturning of Roe v. Wade

EDITOR'S NOTE: This is an on-going list that will be updated as statements are received. The statements are in order of when they were received by the Daily Journal.  The Supreme Court has ended the nation's constitutional protections for abortion …

(Video) Iranian opposition PMOI/MEK hosts Vice President Mike Pence in Ashraf 3, Albania

The NCRI, headquartered in Paris and across Europe and the U.S., has long been calling on the West to adopt a firm policy vis-à-vis the regime in Tehran. PARIS, FRANCE, June 25, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Vice President Mike Pence on …

7 Ways Government Can Save Money and Keep Employees Safe With a UVC Light Cleaner

How implementing UVC sanitization in a government office and selecting the right UVC light cleaner can eliminate viruses, keep employees safe and save money NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When …

United States Hispanic Business Council Commends Congress for Passage of Bipartisan Gun Package

The leadership of Senators like John Cornyn and Joe Manchin proves that our legislators can reach across the aisle for the sake of the American people. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the passage of the …

Clean Energy Holdings Alliance Announces Transportation RFI for 25 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Class 8 Tractors and Trailers

The CEH Alliance - Leading Edge of Green Hydrogen HOUSTON , TEXAS , UNITED STATES , June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clean Energy Holdings President, Cornelius Fitzgerald, announced on June 23, 2022: “The Clean Energy Holdings (CEH) Renewable …

Alveda King Issues Statement Regarding Supreme Court Overturning Roe v. Wade

ATLANTA, GA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Statement from Alveda King, founder of Speak for Life and Chair of the Center for the American Dream at America First Policy Institute (AFPI): "For 49 years, ‘we the people’ have had …

PENNEY AND ASSOCIATES MANAGING PARTNER FRED PENNEY LOOKS BACK AT THE RECORD-BREAKING JOHNNY DEPP TRIAL ON NATIONAL RADIO

ATTORNEY FREDERICK PENNEY LOOKS AT SOME OF THE DEPP v. HEARD STATISTICS SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Penney And Associates Managing Partner Frederick Penney Looks Back At The Record-Breaking Johnny Depp Trial …

Security Intelligence Platform Torchlight AI Introduces Torchlight Industry Advisory Board

An outstanding group of respected business leaders helping guide Torchlight AI as it transforms the security intelligence industry. ST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emerging risk, today unveiled members …

Deirdre Gilbert is Playing Hardball in First Gubernatorial Campaign

Gilbert Holds Press Conference For Review Process of Major and Minor Parties AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deirdre Gilbert is heading to Austin, Texas to turn in her application for a place on the ballot for …

Joe Laskowski Joins PACE as Senior Vice President of Member Services

Laskowski will revitalize business development and membership growth initiatives for the Professional Associations for Customer Engagement (PACE). BROWNSBURG, INDIANA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Senior Vice President of Member …

(Video) Iran Exclusive Report: 48th US Vice President Mike Pence Meets NCRI’s Maryam Rajavi, Visits Ashraf 3 in Albania

Mike Pence: I can say with certainty that the American people are with you as you stand and labor for freedom and a peaceful country of Iran. PARIS, FRANCE, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, June 23, the 48th US Vice President …

(Video) Iran: The impasse before Khamenei and his “Raisi project”

While the reason behind Khamenei’s remarks is Iran’s escalating popular protests his message was intended for none other than the regime’s own ranks and files. PARIS, FRANCE, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The People’s Mojahedin …

House Democrats Stand Against Overturn of Roe; Pass Historic Legislation to Address Gun Violence

A MESSAGE FROM THE MAJORITY LEADER Today is a dark day in America. I share in the anger and deep concern felt by so many Americans following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, a drastic and dangerous …

Hoyer: Let Us Begin to End the Cycle of Tragedy and Inaction on Gun Violence

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor this afternoon in support of S. 2938, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Below is a transcript of his remarks and a link to the full video:   Click here for a link to …

Atom Computing CEO Rob Hays Confirmed for Highly Anticipated Roundtable at the Quantum Computing Leaders Summit

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quantum AI Institute today announced that Rob Hays, Chief Executive Officer and President of Atom Computing, will join the highly anticipated roundtable discussion at the Quantum …

U.S. Air Force Deputy Director Dr. Michael J. Hayduk Announced as Special Guest of the Quantum Computing Leaders Summit

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quantum AI Institute today announced that Dr. Michael J. Hayduk, the Deputy Director of the Information Directorate at the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), will be the Special …

Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Keep Kids Fed Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the House passed the Senate Amendment to the House Amendment to S. 2089, the Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022: "I was glad to bring the Keep Kids Fed Act …

Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, which overturns Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey: “Today is a dark day for the privacy of …

Jim Thebaut, Acclaimed Executive Producer, Urges Immediate Implementation of Solutions to Our Global Crises

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James “Jim” Thebaut, Executive Producer of Turning Back the Doomsday Clock Project, is urging action on immediate solutions to the world’s numerous global crises. WHY ACTION …

Survey: Americans Borrow Money, Default on Bills to Buy Cryptocurrency

More than 32% of cryptocurrency investors have used a payday loan in the past, and 11% have used a payday loan or title loan to buy crypto AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cryptocurrency investing has been a wild ride …

Marter for Congress in Support of Biden Gas Tax Pause

OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Marter, candidate for Congress in Illinois' 14th District, announced his support today for the proposed pause in the federal gas tax. "What's being proposed is …