Caucus Cash Exposed: How Black and Hispanic Leaders Rake in Millions from Big Business

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, independent nonprofits affiliated with the respective caucuses, raise millions of dollars each year from big corporations. These nonprofits claim to provide scholarships and opportunities for minority students, but they spend a smaller percentage of their revenue on these programs compared to salaries, fundraising, and conferences. For example, in 2022, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation spent more than double on fundraising ($5.4 million) than on scholarships ($2.5 million). Similarly, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute spent $7 million, or 56% of its revenue, on staff salaries and conferences in 2022. Key points from the article:

• The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation raised over $45 million between 2020 and 2022, with revenues increasing nearly 89% during that time.
• The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute took in $30.5 million between 2020 and 2022, with many donations coming from the same Fortune 500 companies that give to the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.
• Critics argue that these nonprofits provide another avenue for special interest money and highlight the close ties between elected officials and corporations.
• The nonprofits offer opportunities for access to powerful officials through events, such as the foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference, which draws business executives, entertainment icons, and elected officials.
• Companies donate large sums to these nonprofits in order to gain favor and influence with members of Congress.

Trump's Bold Move: Wooing Black Voters for the 2024 Election

In an attempt to woo Black voters, former President Donald Trump has been making campaign appearances in areas with large Black and Hispanic populations. Despite Black voters typically being loyal to the Democratic party, recent polls suggest that Trump has gained more support among Black voters since the last election, with as much as 18% of the Black vote. Trump's message to Black voters is that Democrats have taken their vote for granted and that they were better off under his administration. Trump has compared his legal troubles to the unfairness that Black communities disproportionately face in the justice system, and prominent Black Republicans like Tim Scott have amplified this message. While Biden is currently running 22 points behind his 2020 performance among Black voters, he is fighting back and trying to engage with Black voters through outreach efforts and initiatives like "Black Voters for Biden-Harris." It is crucial for Trump to make inroads with voters of color, as the 2024 election is predicted to be decided by a small number of votes in key states.

Highlights:

• Trump has gained as much as 18% of the Black vote, up from 8% in 2020 and 6% in 2016
• Recent polls show that just 33% of young Black people would vote for Biden today, down from 80% in 2020
• Trump's message to Black voters is that Democrats have taken their vote for granted and that they were better off under his administration
• Biden is currently running 22 points behind his 2020 performance among Black voters

Young Black Voters in Philadelphia Trash Biden and Trump as 'Both Liars' and 'Dirty'

Young Black voters in Philadelphia expressed their frustrations with both President Biden and former President Trump. While most of them do not support Trump, they also do not want Biden as president. Some highlights from the article include:

• Many young Black voters at the Roots Picnic music festival in Philadelphia said that neither candidate is good, with one voter stating that Biden is too old and Trump is too racist.
• Black voters have traditionally been a reliable Democratic voting bloc, but polls are showing that Trump has gained more support from Black voters.
• While most of the respondents did not support Trump, they also expressed their disgust with Biden.
• Some voters mentioned appreciating Trump's honesty, while others said they would never vote for him.
• Overall, many of the respondents criticized both candidates, with only a few selecting one over the other.
• Some voters mentioned considering a third-party option or expressed uncertainty about the election.

Overall, young Black voters in Philadelphia expressed their dissatisfaction with the choice between Biden and Trump, highlighting their concerns and reservations about both candidates.

Trump's Disrespectful Behavior on 'The Apprentice' Resurfaces in New Allegations

New allegations have emerged that Donald Trump insulted Black contestants on his reality show, "The Apprentice." A former contestant, Gene Folkes, claims that Trump made derogatory comments towards him and a Black woman who worked as a contestant manager. Another producer on the show, Bill Pruitt, also alleged that Trump used a racist slur to refer to a Black contestant. These allegations come as Trump seeks to gain support from African American voters in his bid for re-election. Trump has previously faced accusations of racism throughout his career, from a 1973 discrimination lawsuit to his comments about the Central Park Five. These new claims further add to the controversy surrounding Trump's treatment of Black individuals. However, the Trump campaign denies the allegations and calls them politically motivated.

Black Jesus Save Us: Ignore the Misleading Polls and Focus on Real Issues

In this opinion article, the author urges readers to ignore political polls, especially when it comes to the Black vote, as they are often inaccurate and misleading. The author highlights several instances where polls have been proven wrong, such as Trump's supposed appeal to Black voters in 2020, which turned out to be false. They also point out the flaws in how polls are conducted, including the small sample size and the reliance on landlines or unknown phone numbers. The author emphasizes that polls create media hysteria and misinformation, and that they should not dictate the narrative or be used as a measuring stick for Black communities. Instead, the focus should be on substantive progress and holding political parties accountable for their policies.

RFK Jr. Faces Criticism for Unfounded Accusations Against Black and Brown Men in Murder Case

Presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing backlash for accusing two Black and brown men of murder in his efforts to clear his cousin's name in a 1975 murder case. Critics argue that Kennedy's accusations are racially motivated and reinforce harmful stereotypes. Kennedy published a book in 2016, titled "Framed," in which he argued that his cousin, Michael Skakel, was innocent of the murder. In the book, Kennedy accused Adolph Hasbrouck and Burton Tinsley, two men of color, of committing the crime. However, there is little evidence to support Kennedy's claims, and a judge concluded that the accusations lacked credibility. Despite these findings, Kennedy has continued to stand by his accusations. Activists and community leaders argue that Kennedy's actions disqualify him from garnering support from the Black community and undermine his claims of advocating for criminal justice reform.

Republican Walkout: Former Capitol Officers Face Criticism and Jeers During Visit to Pa. House

Some Republican members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives jeered and walked out this week when two former police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6 were recognized on the state House floor. Former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and former Sgt. Aquilino Gonell made an appearance at the Pennsylvania Capitol at an event coordinated by President Joe Biden's campaign. Witnesses said the GOP reaction to the former officers was disrespectful, with some members walking off the floor, turning their backs, and booing. House Speaker Joanna McClinton called their behavior "shameful" and lacking in "patriotism" and "common decency." Dunn, who is Black, has previously spoken about experiencing racial slurs from the crowd during the Capitol riot. Some Republican members applauded the officers, but House Democrats sent out a fundraising email after the event.

Trump's Unlikely Approach: Courting Black Voters in White Neighborhoods. Does It Make Sense?

In an effort to court Black voters, former President Donald Trump opened his first campaign office in a white neighborhood in Philadelphia. The neighborhood, Holmesburg, is overwhelmingly white and was won by President Joe Biden in 2020 and Hillary Clinton in 2016. Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt, who is Black, was tasked with reaching out to Black voters in the area, but struggled to explain why the campaign did not choose to open an office in a majority-Black neighborhood. Additionally, Hunt promoted Trump's claims of mail ballot fraud in the 2020 election, despite the lack of evidence to support these claims. Biden, on the other hand, has been addressing the concerns of Black voters and has already opened 24 campaign offices in Pennsylvania.

Democrat accused of pandering to Black voters with support for reparations

In a major Senate race, a Democratic candidate is facing accusations of "pandering" to Black voters by supporting reparations. The conservative Win it Back PAC has launched an ad targeting Rep. Colin Allred, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas, for his ties to the movement for reparations. The ad, part of a massive media buy, will run in the El Paso media market and will target Hispanic voters, who research shows are largely opposed to reparations. A Hispanic woman in the ad expresses her disagreement with using taxpayer dollars for reparations, stating that it is unfair to take away from one group to pander to another. A majority of Hispanic voters do not support repaying the descendants of slaves with cash or land, according to a study by the Pew Research Center. Allred has served in groups with pro-reparations positions, which raises questions about his stance on reparations. The race suggests that Allred trails incumbent Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and has a lot of ground to make up.

Get Engaged in Politics! Deltas to Host Online Event with State Lawmakers.

The Daytona Beach Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting a webinar titled "Women in Politics: The Black Women's Influence" to honor Black women making an impact in the political arena. The online event will feature four Black women state lawmakers from Florida, including Senator Tracie Davis and Representatives Lavon Bracy-Davis, Angela Nixon, and Michele Rayner-Goolsby. Dr. Sadie McConner will moderate the discussion. The event will highlight the accomplishments and challenges of these women in politics and emphasize the importance of civic engagement, voting, and voting rights. The panelists will also take questions from attendees during a Q&A session. The webinar aims to raise awareness of issues involving Black and Brown communities and increase voter turnout.

Trump's Strategic Move: Enlisting Prominent Black Republicans to Appeal to Peers

Former President Trump is actively working to appeal to Black voters by enlisting prominent Black Republicans and making gains in polls. Trump recently met with students and influential alumni from historically Black colleges and universities at his Mar-a-Lago estate. Among the attendees were members of a conservative Black student group, including Michaelah Montgomery, an activist who went viral for her photos with Trump at a Chick-fil-A in April. Two of Trump's most prominent Black allies and surrogates, GOP Reps. Byron Donalds and Wesley Hunt, have also been reaching out to Black voters. They recently held a Black voter outreach event in Philadelphia and plan to continue hosting similar gatherings in swing states. The goal is to build relationships and engage with Black voters, as Trump's campaign believes that gaining 25-30% of the Black male vote would make it difficult for the Democratic Party to win. However, critics argue that Trump's discriminatory past and lack of a Black voter outreach program will hinder his success with Black voters.

Explosive Allegations: Trump Accused of Racist Comments on 'The Apprentice' - The Shocking Truth!

New claims have emerged about Donald Trump making racist comments during his time on "The Apprentice." Former contestant Gene Folkes alleges that Trump used racially insensitive words when he was fired in 2010, while a former producer claims that Trump used a racist slur to refer to a black contestant on the show's first season. However, questions remain about whether any of these comments were caught on tape. Some highlights from the article include:

• Gene Folkes says Trump made racially insensitive comments to him and a black crew member after he was fired from the show.
• A former producer claims that Trump used a racist slur to refer to a black contestant on the show's first season.
• Both the Trump campaign and NBC have denied these allegations.
• The show's archive is owned by MGM, and Amazon MGM Studios declined to comment on the possibility of releasing unaired footage.
• Trump has faced allegations of racism throughout his career, including a discrimination lawsuit and promoting the conspiracy theory that Barack Obama was born abroad.

Overall, these new claims come as Trump seeks to make inroads with African American voters in his third run for the White House, and they have sparked a debate about his past behavior on the popular reality TV show.