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January 14, 2026
In a heartbreaking call for justice, the family of Keith Porter Jr., a 43-year-old father, seeks answers following his fatal shooting by an off-duty ICE agent on New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles.
As the community gathers to mourn, they demand accountability and transparency, with local officials reportedly refusing to investigate the incident. Keith’s cousin, Jsané Tyler, describes him as a joyful presence, a loving father, and an irreplaceable part of their lives.
Activist Melina Abdullah emphasizes the systemic issues surrounding this killing, urging for the arrest of the ICE officer responsible and criticizing the portrayal of Keith as a suspect. The tragic event sparks outrage, echoing broader concerns about ICE and policing practices, igniting a movement for justice that extends beyond one family’s grief.
Community mobilization is crucial as they demand that Keith's legacy not be forgotten amid the fight for accountability and reform.
In "Breaking the Silence Revisited," Ajamu Baraka critiques the sanitized portrayal of Martin Luther King Jr., arguing that it obscures his radical anti-war and anti-imperialist stances.
As the U.S.
perpetuates violence in Gaza and Venezuela, King’s powerful voice is more relevant than ever, revealing the intersecting evils of racism, militarism, and economic exploitation. The annual honoring of King often downplays his anti-imperialist messages, diverting attention from necessary critiques of U.
S. policy and the normalization of imperial violence.
Baraka emphasizes that silence on these issues is complicity and that contemporary movements must reclaim human rights from state-centric interpretations. By embracing King’s legacy, activists are urged to adopt a global solidarity approach, advocating against both the weapons of empire and ideologies that excuse them.
Ultimately, the article calls for a return to King’s urgent call for justice, linking today’s struggles to the enduring fight for equality and human dignity worldwide.
In a bold move that has Texas buzzing, Congressman Wesley Hunt is shaking up the U.S.
Senate race by challenging heavyweights John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Hunt, backed by a mysterious dark money group, has poured $4.
2 million into his campaign, despite concerns about his name recognition outside Houston. As he steps away from a secure congressional seat, Hunt’s ambition is to capitalize on the political baggage surrounding his opponents—Cornyn's history with gun control and Paxton's legal woes.
Hunt believes his ties to Trump and his youthful energy could resonate with voters seeking a change. However, with a primary looming, he faces the uphill challenge of gaining traction in a vast state known for its competitive political landscape.
As the race heats up, can Hunt turn this gamble into a victory? Time will tell if he can convert early momentum into statewide support amidst longstanding political rivalries.
Claudette Colvin, a trailblazer in the U.S.
civil rights movement, has passed away at the age of 86. Known for her courageous stand against segregation at just 15 years old, Colvin refused to give up her bus seat to a white woman in Montgomery, Alabama, months before Rosa Parks.
This brave act led to her arrest and later played a pivotal role in a landmark lawsuit challenging segregation laws. Although overshadowed by Parks at the time, Colvin's legacy of defiance and resilience has been increasingly recognized in recent years.
Her foundation celebrated her life, emphasizing her impact on civil rights and calling her a beacon of courage. Following her death, she is remembered as a symbol of the ongoing struggle for equality and justice, showcasing the profound changes she helped inspire in America.
Her journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of the civil rights movement.
In a significant legal setback, U.S.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's $1 million defamation lawsuit against her primary challenger, Elijah Manley, has been dismissed by a Florida court.
Judge Daniel Casey ruled that Cherfilus-McCormick failed to serve Manley within the specified timeframe, effectively canceling the case without prejudice. The lawsuit stemmed from accusations that Manley falsely claimed she misappropriated COVID vaccine funds for her campaign—allegations that have led to her federal indictment.
Following the ruling, Manley celebrated the victory, exclaiming that Cherfilus-McCormick’s legal maneuvers were an attempt to derail his campaign and declared his intention to pursue a countersuit. As the political tension rises ahead of the 2026 elections, both candidates now focus on winning voter support amid swirling controversies surrounding campaign funding and integrity.
In a bold response to U.S.
travel restrictions under President Trump, Mali and Burkina Faso have decided to ban American citizens from entering their conflict-ridden territories. This retaliatory move comes as both countries, under military regimes, seek to counter what they see as unjust limitations imposed by Washington.
The bans, announced by their foreign ministers, mirror the restrictions placed on Malian and Burkinabe nationals looking to enter the U.S.
The backdrop of this diplomatic spat is a precarious security situation, with these nations grappling with rampant terrorism and civil unrest, prompting a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory from the U.S.
State Department. With increasing strife in this West African region, the tensions highlight a critical shift away from traditional alliances and raise concerns about the future of security and humanitarian efforts in these warzones.
In a passionate speech at the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett urged Democrats to take bold action by packing the Supreme Court if they reclaim power in 2028. This call to arms follows remarks from Democratic strategist James Carville about adding Puerto Rico and Washington, D.
C. as states and expanding the Court to 13 members.
Crockett emphasized the need for Democrats to act decisively, arguing that previous inaction has allowed "evil minions" to undermine democracy. She criticized the current Supreme Court, lamenting the potential loss of House seats due to Texas' redistricting plans and stressed the importance of voting rights.
While her bold suggestions face pushback, with only 29% of Americans supporting Court expansion, Crockett insists that without strong measures, progress for the people remains at risk. It’s a rallying cry for Democrats to stop playing defense and start reclaiming power.