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Ten days into the government shutdown, the Trump administration has begun reducing the federal workforce in a move never seen before during a closure. OMB Director Russell Vought confirmed reductions in force across key agencies, prompting legal and political backlash from both parties. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wall Street Journal reporter Richard Rubin explains why record tariff revenue can't close the nation's growing budget deficit. From the Department of Government Efficiency to rising entitlement costs, Rubin outlines why the U.S. fiscal situation remains unsustainable — even as America's economy stays strong. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Oct. 10, 1927, Hazel Johnson-Brown was born in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She made history in 1979 as the first Black woman promoted to U.S. Army general and led more than 7,000 nurses in the Army Nurse Corps. Twice named Army Nurse of the Year, Johnson-Brown paved the way for generations of women and Black military leaders. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York Attorney General Letitia James, who once sued President Donald Trump and won a civil fraud case against his business, now faces a federal indictment in Virginia. A grand jury charged her with bank fraud and false statements linked to a 2020 home purchase. James calls the case political retribution and warns it threatens the rule of law itself. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IRS says 46% of its workforce will be furloughed as the government shutdown stretches into its second week. The move marks a sharp reversal from last week's plan to keep operations open using Inflation Reduction Act funds. Union President Doreen Greenwald warns taxpayers to expect longer wait times, backlogs and delayed refunds — calling it “another day of frustration for taxpayers.” Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the current government shutdown, Republican leaders claim Democrats want to extend federal health care benefits to undocumented immigrants. But by law, they can't — a restriction in place since 1996 under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act. DACA recipients are also losing Marketplace coverage as new eligibility rules take effect. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After two years of conflict and tens of thousands of deaths, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire — the most significant breakthrough since the war began. The deal includes a phased withdrawal from most of Gaza and the release of hostages and prisoners. Crowds in Gaza and Tel Aviv celebrated as President Trump unveiled his 20-point peace plan, though questions remain about lasting peace. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson, D-Memphis, one of the “Tennessee Three” lawmakers expelled after a gun control protest, has announced a bid for Congress. Pearson is challenging longtime U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen for Tennessee's 9th District, focusing his campaign on poverty reduction and gun reform. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Trump administration has dismissed several high-ranking Black officials, raising fears of racial exclusion and the erosion of diversity across the federal government. Analysts say the shift threatens to undo decades of progress that made public service a pathway to opportunity for African Americans. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. budget deficit totaled $1.8 trillion for fiscal year 2025 — a 4% drop from the previous year but still one of the largest peacetime deficits in U.S. history. Rising spending and growing interest costs continue to weigh on federal finances. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., issued a warning from the Senate floor as the government shutdown reached its seventh day, saying that families nationwide could see health care premiums more than double if tax credits expire. A Kaiser Family Foundation report estimates some states could face increases over 300%. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gold prices have soared to historic highs, topping $4,000 an ounce, as inflation and trade tensions continue to shake investor confidence. AURN News breaks down what's fueling the gold rush and what it signals about the broader economy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump defends plans to permanently cut federal jobs and programs while more than 600,000 federal employees remain unpaid during the ongoing government shutdown. AURN News examines how these cuts could reshape the federal workforce and deepen the shutdown's economic impact. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A social media clash between California Gov. Gavin Newsom and U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy over the government shutdown highlighted growing travel disruptions. Newsom claimed Burbank Airport was without air traffic controllers for hours, while Duffy blamed Democrats for the funding impasse. By law, people in the country illegally can't receive federal health coverage except for emergency treatment — a rule in place since 1996. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Oct. 7, 1934, Amiri Baraka was born in Newark, New Jersey. A poet, playwright, and revolutionary thinker, Baraka founded the Black Arts Movement, inspiring generations of artists to use their voices as tools of resistance and affirmation. His works “Blues People” and “Dutchman” remain defining pieces of African American literature and theater. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's day seven of the government shutdown, and while Congress continues to argue over health care subsidies and spending, Americans are the ones paying the price. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries challenged Speaker Mike Johnson to a televised debate — a move Johnson called a “publicity stunt.” Polls show most Americans blame President Donald Trump and the GOP-controlled Congress as 750,000 federal workers go without pay. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judge Diane Goodstein's home in South Carolina exploded over the weekend, injuring her husband and son. Investigators say the cause remains under investigation. Goodstein had recently received death threats after blocking the release of voter data to President Donald Trump's Justice Department. The order was later overturned, but hostility toward the judiciary has intensified as political violence rises nationwide. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new WalletHub study ranks Vermont as the safest state in America, based on 52 safety indicators that include crime rates, road conditions, and disaster preparedness. New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and Utah round out the top five, while Florida, Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana sit at the bottom. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo says the safest states protect residents “in a multitude of different ways,” from low crime to strong economies. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Trump-appointed federal judge in Oregon has again paused the president's plan to deploy National Guard troops into Portland, ruling that the administration appeared to defy an earlier court order. The decision comes after protests near a Portland immigration facility and criticism from Govs. Gavin Newsom and Tina Kotek, who called the move a political occupation. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Musician and producer Ike Turner Jr., the son of Ike and Tina Turner, has died at 67 in Los Angeles after years of health complications. Adopted by Tina Turner as a child, Ike Jr. worked as a sound engineer and producer, sharing a Grammy for his father's 2007 album “Risin' with the Blues.” Despite a complex relationship with his parents, he continued performing with his band, The Love Thang, keeping the Turner family's musical spirit alive. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump once dismissed Project 2025 as “seriously extreme.” Now, he is embracing the Heritage Foundation's 900-page conservative blueprint, leaning on it to guide shutdown decisions. Trump even touted a Truth Social meeting with budget chief Russell Vought, one of the plan's authors, to discuss federal agency cuts. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Washington Post poll reveals that 47% of Americans blame President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress for the government shutdown. Thirty percent point to Democrats, while 23% remain unsure. The poll also shows strong support for extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare — the central issue Democrats cite for backing the shutdown. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump drew fresh criticism after telling military officers at Quantico that “there are two N-words, and you can't use either of them,” referring to both a racial slur and nuclear weapons. The remark echoed a Truth Social post he made in June that compared nuclear language to racial slurs. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Washington remains in gridlock on day two of the government shutdown. Republicans push a short-term bill stripped of extended Affordable Care Act subsidies, while Democrats refuse to budge. The Senate is in recess for Yom Kippur, delaying any reopening until at least Friday. The White House says thousands of federal workers could face layoffs, while small businesses, loan programs, and nutrition aid feel the strain. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health care costs could rise sharply next year. A new analysis from KFF finds Affordable Care Act premiums could increase 114%, from $888 to nearly $1,900 a year, if Congress fails to renew enhanced subsidies by year's end. About 22 million Americans currently rely on those tax credits. Democrats are calling for immediate action with open enrollment beginning Nov. 1, while Republicans say they may revisit the issue later. Without a deal, millions could face sticker shock and even lose coverage. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two powerhouse unions — the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) — are suing the Trump administration. They argue threats to permanently fire 750,000 federal workers during the shutdown are unlawful and amount to political extortion. A memo from OMB director Russell Vought, also tied to Project 2025, told agencies to “use this opportunity” to cut staff. If the plan moves forward, entire agencies could be gutted overnight, leaving families without paychecks and communities without protections. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. economy shed 32,000 private-sector jobs in September, according to ADP. Construction, manufacturing, and leisure and hospitality all saw losses, while the Midwest was hit the hardest. Wage growth slowed to 4.5% for job stayers and 6.6% for job changers, down from 7.1% in August. The only sector showing gains was large employers with more than 500 workers, which added 33,000 jobs. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donny Hathaway, born Oct. 1, 1945, in Chicago, became one of the most influential soul voices of the 20th century. From his Grammy-winning collaborations with Roberta Flack to writing the holiday classic “This Christmas,” Hathaway's music remains timeless. Despite his brilliance, he struggled with mental illness and died by suicide in 1979 at only 33 years old. We remember his life, music, and enduring legacy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. government is officially shut down. More than 750,000 federal workers are bracing for furloughs, layoffs, or worse as President Donald Trump vows “irreversible” changes. While Medicare, Medicaid, the mail, and Social Security checks continue, programs like SNAP and WIC could run out of money within a week, cutting off nearly 7 million mothers and children. TSA agents, air traffic controllers, and members of the military are working without pay. Meanwhile, Republicans and Democrats are trading blame as the standoff deepens. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miami and Los Angeles top UBS's Global Real Estate Bubble Index, with housing costs far outpacing local wages. Tokyo and Zurich also rank high on the list, while New York and San Francisco show lower risk levels. The report cites still-elevated financing costs, affordability strains, and inflation as ongoing market pressures. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump, alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, unveiled a 20-point Gaza peace plan calling for a cease-fire, prisoner swaps, humanitarian aid, and Israeli withdrawal. The plan would establish a temporary Palestinian technocratic committee overseen by an international “Board of Peace” chaired by Trump, with Tony Blair among its members. Hamas faces a three-to-four-day deadline to respond, even as Israeli airstrikes intensify in Gaza. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Hardy, one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, has died at 100 at his home in Sarasota, Florida. A Philadelphia native, Hardy flew missions in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross and 12 Air Medals. He later worked as an engineer and educator and spent decades preserving the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, highlighting both their combat service and fight against racism. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivered a fiery address at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., on Sept. 30, 2025. He criticized “fat generals,” mocked “dudes in dresses,” and vowed to eliminate DEI programs while rolling back what he called “stupid” rules of engagement. He also invoked the phrase “FAFO” directed at America's enemies. Pentagon officials likened the event to a Trump campaign rally, raising concerns as a government shutdown looms. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump after his order to send 200 National Guard troops to Portland. Gov. Tina Kotek and state officials argue the deployment represents federal overreach and will only escalate tensions. The lawsuit follows a similar challenge from California earlier this year. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the 54th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, lawmakers and military leaders gathered for the Veterans Braintrust. The forum tackled addiction, smoking, and mental health challenges among veterans while honoring the late Rep. Charles Rangel, who founded the Braintrust. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress is on the brink of another government shutdown. Lawmakers are at odds as Republicans push a short-term bill and Democrats demand an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits. With both sides holding firm, President Trump said, “If the government has to shut down, so be it.” Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maurice Hastings spent 38 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Convicted in 1983, Hastings' repeated requests for DNA testing were denied until 2021, when new evidence exonerated him and pointed to another man. His conviction was vacated in 2022, and in 2023 a judge declared him “factually innocent.” Now 72, Hastings has been awarded a record $25 million settlement in California. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Assata Shakur, a former member of the Black Liberation Army, has died in Cuba at 78. Shakur was convicted in the 1973 murder of a New Jersey state trooper, escaped prison in 1979, and fled to Cuba, where she was granted political asylum. Her decades as a fugitive made her one of the FBI's most wanted figures, with a $2 million reward for her capture. Cuban authorities said she died in Havana of health complications and old age. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in U.S. history, a former FBI director has been indicted. James Comey is facing charges of lying to Congress and obstructing a proceeding. President Trump hailed the move on Truth Social, while the case is being led by interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan — formerly Trump's personal lawyer. Attorney General Pam Bondi insists no one is above the law, but the case raises concerns about politics influencing justice. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new AP-NORC poll finds 75% of Americans believe the United States is on the wrong track, up from 62% in June. Discontent has risen sharply among Republicans, with 51% now saying the country is headed the wrong way. The survey also shows strong disapproval of President Donald Trump's handling of the economy and trade, while his border security policies receive more support. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every living former Federal Reserve chair and top Republican economic officials are urging the Supreme Court not to let President Donald Trump remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Economists warn the move could collapse U.S. credibility in global markets, threatening the Fed's independence. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oklahoma Republican Sen. Shane Jett has filed legislation to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative Turning Point USA leader killed on Sept. 10. Proposals include designating Oct. 14 as “Charlie Kirk Free Speech Day,” requiring every state college to create a “Charlie Kirk Memorial Plaza,” and commissioning statues of Kirk and his family. Another resolution would recognize Kirk as a “martyr.” Kirk's legacy remains divisive, as he had faced criticism for past remarks about race and diversity programs. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Sept. 25, 1861, the Union Navy allowed African Americans to enlist for the first time during the Civil War. Many were formerly enslaved people who escaped to join the fight for freedom and the Union cause. Eight African American sailors went on to earn the Medal of Honor for bravery. But progress was slow — African Americans were restricted to limited roles for decades, and the Navy didn't commission its first Black officers until 1944. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House is escalating the budget standoff that could trigger a government shutdown. In a late-night memo, the Budget Office told agencies to prepare for mass firings if Congress does not pass a spending bill by next week. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, in a post on X, told OMB Director Russell Vought to “get lost,” while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the memo “an attempt at intimidation.” President Donald Trump and Republicans want a seven-week extension with no changes, while Democrats push for health care and Medicare priorities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deadly shooting at an ICE field office in Dallas left one detainee dead and two others critically injured after a sniper opened fire from a rooftop before killing himself. Investigators say a bullet was marked “ANTI-ICE,” and officials are calling it a targeted attack. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Sen. Ted Cruz warned that harsh rhetoric against ICE has fueled tensions. The Dallas office has processed more than 8,400 immigrants since President Donald Trump returned to office, facing bomb threats and protests over detainee treatment. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Veterans Braintrust will focus on the struggles service members face returning home during the 54th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington. The session, scheduled for Sept. 26, will address PTSD, access to care, and civilian transition, while honoring former Rep. Charles Rangel, a Korean War veteran known for his advocacy for service members. Panelists include Reps. Sanford Bishop, Don Davis, and Lauren Underwood. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ebony McMorris talks with Sunni about her viral exchange when President Donald Trump called her "obnoxious." For more #WhiteHouseWednesday, check out https://listen.aurn.com/OTR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 54th Annual Legislative Conference is underway in Washington, one of the largest gatherings of Black political power and policy in the nation. This year's theme, “Made for This Moment,” highlights the push for solutions on issues shaping Black America — from voting rights and the racial wealth gap to diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Organizers say the goal is to turn dialogue into action and ensure policy reflects the lived experiences of Black communities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guitarist Yasmin Williams' Sept. 18 Kennedy Center performance was disrupted by the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Log Cabin Republicans. Audience members booed and heckled the musician, a critic of Trump and Ric Grenell. Security intervened as about 20 men, some wearing MAGA hats, filled the audience. The incident raised concerns about growing political influence under Trump-aligned leadership at the Kennedy Center and its impact on artistic freedom. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Florida jury convicted 59-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh of attempting to assassinate then-candidate Donald Trump, assaulting a Secret Service agent, and multiple gun charges. Seconds after the verdict, Routh tried to stab himself in the neck with a pen as his daughter screamed for him to stop and U.S. Marshals intervened. Routh, who represented himself, faces a possible life sentence. President Donald Trump praised the conviction on social media, thanking the Justice Department and the jury. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to allow Donald Trump to remove Rebecca Slaughter, a Democratic commissioner on the Federal Trade Commission, while her case continues. The decision signals the Court could reconsider a 1935 precedent limiting presidential control over independent agencies. Critics warn the ruling could politicize institutions from consumer protection boards to the Federal Reserve. The Court will hear arguments in December. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices