AG Ellison Says Feds Persecuting Minnesota for Its Politics
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER — The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, filed federal lawsuits against the Department of Homeland Security, alleging that a large-scale deployment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents violated the U.S. Constitution and the states’ rights.
What JPMorganChase’s $350,000 Commitment to Alabama Possible Means for Workforce Training
THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES — “A prosperous job market is the foundation of a strong economy,” said Victoria Adams Phipps, Vice President, Global Philanthropy. “Through this initiative with Alabama Possible, we’re helping to close the skills gap and ensure more Alabamians have the opportunity to obtain high-quality jobs and build stronger economic futures for themselves and their families.”
Behind the Glass: Exploring the Evolution of the New-Look UAB
THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES — You can trace the new-look UAB streetscapes to a single source. The Wallace Tumor Institute, the home of the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, reopened after a major renovation (inside and out) in 2013. The 2020 UAB Master Plan noted a host of features that had been taken into account in transforming the original building, with few discernible entrances, into one of the showpieces of campus.
Porter, Good Aren’t the First ICE Shooting Victims
LOS ANGELES WAVE — Trump, ICE and Homeland Security officials had the same stock answer to why there was more gunplay and use of other weaponry in abundance. That was that ICE agents were under attack, and they had the right to defend themselves. Homeland Security officials went further and claimed that attacks were up in 2025 more than 25%.
COMMENTARY; Smoke, Sista’s Place, the Amanuensis, My Dying City
NY AMSTERDAM NEWS — Panist and composer, Cyrus Chestnut, returns to the Smoke Jazz Club (2751 Broadway) from January 22–25, celebrating his birthday with his outstanding trio featuring bassist Dezron Douglas and drummer Willie Jones III, plus special guest vocalist Carla Cook.

18th Congressional District runoff: Candidates Amanda Edwards, Christian Menefee make their case
Voters must choose between Menefee and Edwards amid overlapping elections and concerns about turnout.
Separate primaries set stage for Harris County elections takeover
GOP separate primaries push in Harris County risks millions, voter confusion, and election takeover.
Managing Editor’s Message: Druski Megachurch backlash, Obamacare spike, and Scam alerts
The Defender Managing Editor weighs in on this week’s hottest topics.
Furr High School forward Luther Ragston draws Rodman comparisons
From Rodman curiosity to blue-haired force, Ragston built a relentless two-way identity through effort.
Why seeing Black children with ADHD as a ‘discipline problem’ must stop
A dearth of specialists of color pose a challenge for Black children with ADHD.

Michael Jordan salutes Derrick Rose ahead of Bulls jersey retirement: “You really represented the city of Chicago”
The Bulls icon praised Rose’s “unbelievable career” and said he’s proud to see No. 1 raised alongside his own in
NBA cancels Warriors-Timberwolves game in wake of ICE fatally shooting man in Minneapolis
The individual, identified as 37-year-old Alex Perri, was a registered ICU nurse. The NBA has canceled Saturday’s game between the
La La Anthony says her ThreeSixty Program is her “life’s work,” and one Rikers alum is proof of what’s possible
While appearing on “Sherri,” Anthony highlighted her collaboration with Black-owned beauty brand Canvas Beauty and spotlighted her nonprofit focused on
‘I’ve been in fear for my life’: Cristina Payne addresses fallout from 2024 altercation with Corey Holcomb
Video surfaced of the incident where Holcomb allegedly punched Payne outside of the Hollywood Improv. After a video surfaced of
Federal agents shoot and kill a man in Minneapolis as protests erupt near ICE operation
City officials say the shooting involved ICE agents near 26th and Nicollet, as crowds swelled and clashes intensified Minneapolis is

NBA Postpones Wolves-Warriors Game After Fatal Shooting
A community responding to tragedy The National Basketball Association announced Saturday that it was postponing the scheduled game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors in Minneapolis. The league cited the need to “prioritize the safety and security of the Minneapolis community” following a fatal shooting earlier that morning involving federal immigration officers. The The post NBA Postpones Wolves-Warriors Game After Fatal Shooting appeared first on Rolling Out.

Video: ICE Shoots And Kills US Citizen In Minneapolis. Again
Video posted to Facebook shows multiple ICE agents tackling a man and dragging him to the ground, beating and subsequently shooting him.
Raheem Howard: Video Shows Baton Rouge Cop Searched Car Without A Warrant
The Baton Rouge police have a troubling history with Raheem Howard, after an officer fired at him in 2018 and falsely claimed Howard shot first.
Former Iowa Education Official Ian Roberts Pleads Guilty To Federal Charges
Ian Roberts served as the superintendent of Iowa’s largest public school system when ICE arrested him for being in the country illegally.

The “One Big Beautiful Bill”: Winners, Losers, and What the Senate Might Change

May 23, 2025
by
truthseekerx

House Speaker Mike Johnson delivers remarks alongside other House Republican leaders after the House passed budget reconciliation legislation at the U.S. Capitol on May 22, 2025. | Francis Chung Congress’ latest legislative leviathan—H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—is a sweeping effort to reset America’s budget, tax code, defense priorities, and safety net systems. Passed

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