President Donald Trump’s approval rating rebounded in August, according to Gallup, reaching 40% — a three-point increase from July. It’s the first uptick since February. His economic approval held steady at 37%, while his foreign affairs rating slipped to 39%. Gallup also found a historic partisan gap: 93% of Republicans approve of Trump’s performance, compared with just 1% of Democrats. Satisfaction with the direction of the country surged among Republicans but dropped to nearly zero among Democrats.

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When most think of Labor Day, they picture parades and barbecues. But for Black America, the struggle has always been about more than wages — it’s about dignity. From the Pullman porters and A. Philip Randolph’s union to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last campaign with Memphis sanitation workers, Black labor has transformed labor rights and fueled the civil rights movement.

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Labor Day weekend is here, and millions of Americans are taking one last summer trip. The American Automobile Association says top destinations include Seattle, Orlando and New York, with cruises and theme parks also in demand. Travel is cheaper this year, with flights averaging $720 and hotels down 11%, while gas prices remain steady at $3.30 a gallon. But drivers should brace for congestion — travel data shows traffic nearly doubled in cities like New York, Atlanta and Washington, D.C.

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On Sept. 1, 1867, Robert Tanner Freeman became the first Black graduate of Harvard Dental School, making history as one of the first professionally trained Black dentists in the United States. Born to formerly enslaved parents in North Carolina, Freeman overcame barriers of racism and exclusion that kept African Americans out of medical training. He later practiced in Washington, D.C., mentoring young Black men who sought to enter the field. His groundbreaking achievement paved the way for greater Black representation in medicine and dentistry.

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President Donald Trump revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of her 15-city book tour promoting her new book, “107 Days.” By law, former vice presidents receive six months of protection after leaving office, but Joe Biden had extended Harris’ coverage to 18 months. Her protection ends Monday, with the White House saying Trump is following the law. Critics say the timing is questionable as Harris reenters the public stage. Trump has previously revoked protection from Alejandro Mayorkas and Biden’s children.

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Americans say they’ve had enough of tipping pressures, according to a new Talker Research survey. The study of 2,000 people found guilt tipping has dropped 38% in 2025, with average spending on unwanted tips falling from $453 last year. Many respondents said they feel pressured by rising default tip options, though guilt tipping still happens about 4.2 times per month.

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after Trump claimed he had fired her over unproven allegations of mortgage fraud. Cook, the first Black woman to serve on the Fed board, argues the move threatens the central bank’s independence. Legal experts note Fed governors can only be removed “for cause” with due process — which Cook has not received — and critics say the firing is aimed at replacing her with a Trump loyalist.

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Rev. Al Sharpton led thousands in a march on Wall Street to mark the 62nd anniversary of the March on Washington. Sharpton told marchers that Wall Street benefited from Trump-era policies and vowed “your benefit days are numbered.” The demonstration comes as President Trump threatens more takeovers of Black-led cities and continues his attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion.

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CDC Director Susan Monarez was abruptly fired after refusing to resign under pressure from the Trump administration. Her lawyers say she resisted unscientific directives pushed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy. Within hours, four senior CDC leaders resigned in protest. Public health experts warn the shakeup could leave the country more vulnerable to outbreaks. Former Biden-era CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen said the move was a major setback for public health.

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Activists behind a national Target boycott claim the campaign has cut foot traffic at nearly 2,000 stores since January. The protest began after Target scaled back its diversity, equity and inclusion commitments pledged in 2020 after George Floyd’s murder. Civil rights leaders, including the Rev. Al Sharpton, have urged Target to keep its promises. The boycott coincides with a planned leadership transition as longtime CEO Brian Cornell prepares to step down in 2026.

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