Kamala Harris makes subtle move that could signal her political future
Former Vice President Kamala Harris quietly made a subtle but significant move that could signal her political future as many await what’s next for the former presidential nominee. After her devastating defeat to now-President Donald Trump in November, Harris created an LLC called Pioneer49 in her home state of California, Politico reported. “Pioneer” is the […]
Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies
The Trump administration has fired about 17 independent inspectors general at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of Congress are suggesting violated federal oversight laws. The dismissals began Friday night and were effective immediately, according to two people familiar with the actions. They spoke on condition […]
Conservatives of color have lofty expectations for Trump’s second term
Delivering his first address as a reinaugurated president, Donald Trump spoke directly to communities that had historically shunned his party. “To the Black and Hispanic communities, I want to thank you for the tremendous outpouring of love and trust that you have shown me with your vote,” Trump said. “We set records, and I will not forget […]
Target is ending its diversity goals as a strong DEI opponent occupies the White House
Discount store chain Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and, as of this week, the White House. The Minneapolis-based retailer said the changes to its “Belonging at the Bullseye” strategy would include ending […]
Miranda Rae Mayo: From On-Screen Star to Board Member
Before I officially met Miranda Rae Mayo, I watched her on a variety of screens. On my phone, she sings Alicia Keys’ “Fallin’” on TikTok. On my TV, she’s with her Chicago P.D. and Chicago Med colleagues on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, talking about how she’s been a cast member on Chicago Fire […]
Hegseth confirmed as Trump’s defense secretary in tie-breaking vote despite turmoil over his conduct
The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s defense secretary Friday in a dramatic late-night vote, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women. Rarely has a Cabinet nominee faced such wide-ranging concerns about his experience and behavior as Hegseth, particularly for such a high-profile role atop […]
