It’s no secret that the Trump administration has gone out of their way to flood the communications zone and exhaust Americans with endless confusion. Instead of flooding your inbox, I figured a three-day update would be valuable. I figured correctly. The last few days were full of expected shenaniga
Trump’s second term steams ahead, Day 5 unfurls with a cascade of bold maneuvers and contentious decisions that continue to stir the pot of national and international politics. Each step Trump takes seems designed not just to reshape policy but to challenge the very norms of governance.1. Disaster Z
The continued attacks on DEI are a distraction. A blatant distraction intended to inflame rhetoric, heighten tension and stir confusion in communities across the country. The non-white hate is running full steam from deleting the Spanish version of The White House to canceling Black History and Lati
Let’s cut through the noise and get real about what’s happening on Day 3 of 47’s second term. While the headlines are screaming about individual actions, we need to understand the bigger picture of how this administration manipulates public perception.TODAY’S POWER MOVESMilitary Deployment & Border
Day 2 of President Trump’s administration has unfolded with sweeping actions impacting immigration policies, the justice system, and federal workforce diversity initiatives. These actions suggest a fundamental reorientation of federal governance toward more restrictive and enforcement-heavy policies
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson didn’t just attend the 2025 presidential inauguration—she made a statement. And people are still talking about it.Poised, powerful, and intentional, Justice Jackson sent a message with her main accessory of choice: a bold, layered cowrie shell necklace pai
THE BIG PICTUREToday’s inauguration wasn’t just a transfer of power – it was the first visible implementation of Project 2025, a comprehensive conservative blueprint that’s been hiding in plain sight. While Trump publicly distanced himself from the project during his campaign, calling some proposals
The long-awaited report into Trump’s election interference efforts in the lead-up to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is expected to come out just days before Trump takes the oath of office.What We Know:Partial Report Release Approved: Federal Judge Aileen Cannon denied a request to extend the
In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden has issued a pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, ahead of his scheduled sentencing for federal gun and tax evasion charges. This decision marks a significant reversal from the President’s previous statements.What We Know:Pardon Issued: President Bide
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges as part of a corruption investigation, becoming the first sitting mayor to face criminal charges. The indictment remains sealed, but sources confirm the indictment follows months of federal probes into Adams’ inner circle, including
What we all witnessed last night during the second presidential debate of this season was nothing short of historic. We had a Black and Asian American woman represent a primary party on the debate stage. And my Lord, what a representation it was indeed. Many of us believed the convicted felon and fo
As part of a sweeping reform to enhance election integrity, the Texas Secretary of State’s Office has excised over 1.1 million registrations from its voter rolls following legislation enacted in 2021. Governor Greg Abbott, affirming the ongoing nature of the removal process, highlighted that the sta
The Democratic National Convention is set to commence this Monday in Chicago, featuring a headline address by President Biden during the prime-time session as he endorses Vice President Kamala Harris.The convention schedule was unveiled early Sunday morning, highlighting the nightly themes and roste
Reverend Jesse Jackson, the acclaimed civil rights leader and former shadow Senator from DC, will receive a tribute at the Democratic National Convention on Monday.At 82 years old, Jackson’s dynamic impact on civil rights has been curtailed by Parkinson’s disease, but he will be recognized at the Un
Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota as her vice presidential running mate, according to confidential sources speaking with The Associated Press. The selection emphasizes the Democratic strategy to consolidate support in the Midwest.What We Know:Governor Walz, kno
NEW YORK (Unmuted News) — In a significant development for the Democratic Party, Vice President Kamala Harris has received the formal endorsement of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama for her presidential campaign. This major endorsement was delivered through a video
President Joe Biden has confirmed that he will cease his presidential campaign. “I have decided that it is in the best interests of both the Democratic Party and the nation that I withdraw,” stated Biden.In his announcement, President Biden threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, endo
The Meteoric, Not-So-Hillbilly Ascendancy of J.D. VanceOnce upon a time, before the world knew the wonders of Trump’s tweets and Truth Social musings, J.D. Vance was merely a guy unloading his life story, “Hillbilly Elegy,” onto those who read books—and boy, did that go viral. Just like cat videos,
The judge in control of the trial concerning Donald Trump and his handling of classified documents declared a dismissal of the charges on Monday, attributing her decision to what she termed the unlawful appointment and funding of Special Counsel Jack Smith.What We Know:Appointed by Trump, Judge Aile
There’s been quite the shakeup in Washington over the last month. If you’re tuned into the political world, you understand it seems that the Democrats have done nothing but panic. A closer look reveals that there may be more happening behind the scenes.What We Know:As a reaction to a recent Supreme
The U.S. Supreme Court recently delivered a decision regarding the availability of the abortion pill, mifepristone. In a significant ruling, the court dismissed a challenge by anti-abortion doctors against the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) policy that eased access to mifepristone, allowing it
This article was released earlier this week in Unmuted Echoes, a cultural newsletter by Alex Haynes. Get early access to articles by subscribing.This is uncharted territory.Uncharted, new, abnormal. But a pretty big deal for a country that started out as a project. At 246 years old, for the first ti
This article was released earlier this week in Unmuted Echoes, a cultural newsletter by Alex Haynes. Get early access to articles by subscribing.Before I unpack the frustrations that have resounded in my head over the last several days, let me first thank you for your support. Any feedback, positive
Marian Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy marked by her warmth, generosity, and deep involvement in her family’s life.My mom Marian Robinson was my rock, always there for whatever I needed. She was the same steady backs
