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The University of South Carolina is at the center of a growing controversy as it prepares to host a highly-criticized racist event titled the Roast of 2024 Presidential Nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, but the first three letters of Kamala have been replaced with a sexual expletive.

The event, organized by the student group Uncensored America, has sparked outrage due to the involvement of far-right figure Milo Yiannopoulos and Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes.

In response, the NAACP has issued a strong condemnation of the event. President Derrick Johnson and South Carolina State Conference President Brenda Murphy released a joint statement. They urged the university to cancel the event. State Representative Leon Howard also called for a boycott of University of South Carolina football games until the event is canceled, aligning with over 10,000 petitioners demanding its cancellation.

The university, however, has defended the event under the banner of free speech. The event is scheduled for September 18.

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Today, the Biden-Harris administration announced new steps to speed up federal permitting processes, ensuring that critical infrastructure projects get underway more quickly. These actions are part of the administration's broader Investing in America agenda, which has already directed over $560 billion to more than 68,000 projects nationwide.

Key initiatives include the Bureau of Land Management's plan to make 31 million acres of public lands available for solar energy development, aiming to deliver clean power to millions of homes.

These efforts are yielding significant results. The Department of Energy has cut environmental review timelines by half for clean energy projects, and the Department of Transportation has reduced environmental assessments by a third.

By accelerating these processes, the administration is protecting communities and the environment, creating jobs, and lowering energy costs for American families.

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According to the Associated Press, on Wednesday, the Supreme Court maintained the hold on the Biden administration's multibillion-dollar plan to lower payments for millions of borrowers while lawsuits proceeded in lower courts.

The justices rejected the administration's request to reinstate most of the plan, which had been blocked by the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

The Education Department's plan aims to reduce monthly income-based payments from 10% to 5% of discretionary income and eliminate payments for those earning less than 225% of the federal poverty line.

The Court expects a prompt decision from the appeals court, but, for now, millions of borrowers remain in limbo.

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In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart celebrates the success of “The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat,” which has clinched the number one spot on Hulu! Directed by Tina Mabry, the film’s premiere was a blast, and Tanya shares some exclusive photos and sound bites on AURN’s Instagram page.

Tanya also brings a humorous story from Tyrese Gibson, who recently revealed that his first acting gig was orchestrated by his mother, Priscilla Murray Gibson, as a creative scheme to help with family finances. Tyrese recalls how, at just 8 years old, he pretended to have special needs to receive a payout from Social Security—a move he now jokingly refers to as “government cheese.” Despite the unusual start, those early acting lessons clearly paid off. For more stories like these, be sure to follow Tanya Hart on social media.

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The National Federation of Republican Assemblies (NFRA) has outrageously invoked the infamous Dred Scott Supreme Court ruling in their challenge to Vice President Kamala Harris' candidacy — a move steeped in white nationalist ideology. The group argues that Harris is ineligible to run for president because her parents were not U.S. citizens at the time of birth.

The Dred Scott ruling in 1857 said that Black people weren't citizens and could not expect any protection from the courts or government. This was one of the most racist and damaging Supreme Court decisions in American history and played a major role in pushing the country closer to the Civil War.

In the current-day lawsuit filed to the Supreme Court, Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley, both Republicans, are also named, arguing that they're not natural-born citizens either.

Legal experts are condemning this as a blatant racist attempt to revive racist rhetoric in the 2024 presidential race.

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In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart introduces Priscilla Shirer, the dynamic star of the new film The Forge. Known as an American author, motivational speaker, actress, and Christian media personality, Priscilla shines in her role as a single mother guiding her teenage son, who is struggling to find direction in life. Drawing from her real-life experiences as a mom to three boys, Priscilla shares how she connects deeply with her character, a mother praying for positive male role models to help instill values like character, responsibility, and faith in her son.

Priscilla describes the heartwarming story of The Forge, where a businessman named Joshua steps into the young man’s life, showing that meaningful mentorship can come from unexpected places. It’s a powerful narrative that goes beyond traditional boundaries, demonstrating the impact of love, faith, and community. For more insights, check out Tanya’s full video interview with Priscilla Shirer on AURN’s YouTube channel.

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Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed an updated indictment against former President Donald Trump, adjusting the charges related to Trump's alleged effort to overturn the 2020 election. The move comes after the Supreme Court ruled that presidents have broad immunity for official acts, forcing Smith to remove allegations that Trump misused the Justice Department to support false claims of voter fraud.

The new indictment still charges Trump for trying to obstruct the election, but it now focuses on actions Trump allegedly took in a private capacity rather than as president. Trump has responded, calling the updated indictment ridiculous and claiming it is an attempt to interfere with the upcoming election.

Despite these adjustments, legal experts suggest the case remains strong, but it could face further legal battles that may ultimately need to be resolved by the Supreme Court.

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On Aug. 28, 2008, Barack Obama made history by becoming the Democratic Party’s first African-American presidential nominee during the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado.

In his acceptance speech, Obama reflected on his humble beginnings and the American dream, emphasizing the promise of hard work and unity that defines the nation.

He had successfully navigated a competitive primary, defeating prominent figures like New York Senator Hillary Clinton, whom he later appointed as Secretary of State, and Delaware Senator Joe Biden, his running mate.

Obama went on to win the general election against Republican Senator John McCain, marking a new era in American politics and pioneering the use of technology and new media in his campaign.

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In a significant boost for her campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris has secured endorsements from more than 200 Republicans who previously worked for former Presidents George W. Bush and Ronald Reagan and Senators John McCain and Mitt Romney. According to an open letter obtained by USA Today, these GOP veterans, who once supported President Joe Biden, are now throwing their weight behind Harris and her running mate Gov. Tim Walz.

The letter highlights the group's concerns about Donald Trump's leadership and the dangers of his Project 2025 agenda. The Harris campaign has been actively courting Republican voters, launching a "Republicans for Harris" group and featuring prominent GOP figures at last week's Democratic National Convention.

Among the endorsers are conservative figures like former federal judge Michael Luddick and several top advisers from past Republican administrations. The move underscores the growing bipartisanship support for Harris as the November election approaches.

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A heated dispute is brewing between the Trump and Harris campaigns over the rules for their upcoming Sept. 10 debate. The key issue? Whether the candidate's microphone should be muted when it's not their turn to speak.

During a press conference, former President Donald Trump had this to say: "We agreed to the same rules. Same rules and same specifications. And I think that's probably what it should be. But they're trying to change it. The truth is they're trying to get out of it. Because she doesn't want a debate,"

The truth is the Harris camp does want to debate Trump. The issue is over the rules. Originally, both sides had agreed to mute microphones when the other candidate is speaking. But that was back when President Joe Biden was the candidate. Now, with Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee, her team wants the mics live throughout the debate.

According to Politico Playbook, Brian Fallon, the Harris campaign’s senior adviser for communications, said, "Our understanding is that Trump's handlers prefer the muted mic because they don't think their candidate can act presidential for 90 minutes on his own."

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