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Born March 20, 1957, Spike Lee became one of America’s most influential filmmakers. From “Do the Right Thing” to “BlacKkKlansman,” his work has challenged audiences and reshaped conversations around race, politics and culture.

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Democrats walked out of a closed-door briefing on the Jeffrey Epstein files, accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of withholding critical information. Lawmakers are now pushing for a subpoena-backed deposition as pressure builds from both parties.

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Hispanic voters are emerging as a key force in the Texas Senate race, with candidates from both parties being urged to engage more directly. New insights suggest economic issues and targeted outreach could determine who wins their support.

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says recent job growth may be overstated, with adjusted data showing little to no net gains in the private sector. The comments come as the Fed holds interest rates steady and warns of broader economic risks.

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On this day, March 19, pioneering comedian Jackie “Moms” Mabley was born. Known for her sharp wit and fearless social commentary, Mabley broke barriers as one of the first Black female stand-up comics to achieve mainstream success. Her influence continues to shape comedy today.

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On March 18, 1963, Vanessa Williams was born. She would go on to become the first Black Miss America and build a decades-long career across music, film and Broadway, becoming one of the most influential entertainers of her generation.

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New data from the U.S. Department of Commerce shows economic growth slowed to 0.7% in the fourth quarter, down from earlier estimates. At the same time, inflation remains elevated, with core prices continuing to rise, signaling ongoing pressure on American households.

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Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center and a top Trump administration official, has resigned over the ongoing war in Iran. In a letter, Kent said he could not support the conflict, arguing Iran posed no imminent threat and warning against repeating past U.S. military mistakes.

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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is criticizing the Trump administration’s handling of the Middle East conflict, linking it to rising costs for Americans at home. He also pointed to Republican-backed policies on health care and voting as part of a broader economic and political impact.

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Kiki Shepard, the longtime co-host of “Showtime at the Apollo,” has died at age 74. Known as the “Apollo Queen of Fashion,” she helped define the iconic Harlem stage for more than a decade and later founded The KIS Foundation to raise awareness about sickle cell disease.

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