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AURN News

AURN | Hosts: Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, Tanya Hart

AURN News brings you the stories that matter to Black America. Since 1973, American Urban Radio Networks has amplified Black voices and covered the issues that shape our lives. As the only Black-owned media network with a White House bureau, AURN delivers trusted, timely news from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment. Join journalists Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, and Tanya Hart for in-depth reporting, historic

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1:47

Senate Pulls All-Nighter Over Trump’s Mega Spending Bill

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2025/07/01

The Senate stayed up overnight for a marathon vote-a-rama session on President Trump’s massive spending bill, which includes $930 billion in Medicaid cuts and new work requirements. Democrats stalled the bill’s progress with full readings and amendments, while Republicans fought to keep it intact. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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Rep. Don Bacon Announces Retirement Amid GOP Tensions

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2025/07/01

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon, a centrist Republican, says he won’t run for reelection. Bacon cited growing dysfunction and a GOP he says has become unrecognizable. The announcement could flip a key swing district. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Gallup Poll: American Pride Falls to Record Low

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2025/06/30

Only 58% of U.S. adults say they are proud to be American — the lowest figure ever recorded by Gallup. The drop reflects growing partisan divides, with Republican pride rising while Democratic and independent sentiment declines. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:45

Jury Deliberates in Diddy Sex Trafficking Case

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2025/06/30

Jurors have begun deliberating in the federal sex trafficking case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, following seven weeks of emotional testimony and explosive allegations. Combs faces charges that could lead to life in prison, including racketeering and transporting women for prostitution. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:53

GOP Rushes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to the...

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2025/06/30

Republicans are in a frenzy to pass President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act — a sprawling proposal of tax breaks and spending cuts — before the July 4 holiday. But political infighting and fierce Democratic resistance are threatening the timeline. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:47

Supreme Court Limits Lower Courts in Citizenship Case

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2025/06/27

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that lower courts can’t issue nationwide injunctions against executive orders, even those affecting constitutional rights like birthright citizenship. The conservative majority sided with former President Donald Trump’s view, narrowing judicial checks on executive power.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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1:44

Pew Study: Americans Still Avoid Paying for News

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2025/06/27

A new Pew Research Center report reveals 83% of U.S. adults haven’t paid for news in the past year — not even when they hit a paywall. Only 1% say they actually pay when blocked. The top reason? Free alternatives are everywhere. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:46

Senate Rules Stop Trump’s $250 Billion Medicaid Cut

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2025/06/27

President Donald Trump’s tax spending plan has hit a major roadblock. A Senate ruling blocks a key $250 billion Medicaid cut, essential to funding the GOP’s proposed tax breaks. With opposition from Democrats and some Republicans, passing the bill by July 4 is looking unlikely. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Supreme Court Blocks Medicaid Funds for Planned...

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2025/06/26

A 6-3 Supreme Court decision allows states to block Medicaid funding from going to Planned Parenthood, threatening health care access for low-income women. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warns the ruling undermines personal freedom.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:47

A Juneteenth Snub? Trump Questions Federal Holidays

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2025/06/26

On June 19, the day the nation observes Juneteenth, President Donald Trump posted on social media decrying the "too many non-working holidays in America." Though he didn't mention it by name, the timing of the post was seen by many as a direct criticism of the holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. This comes after the White House offered no formal observance of the day, a sharp contrast to celebrations held under the previous administration. Subscribe to our

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Justice Department Sues Entire Maryland Federal Bench

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2025/06/26

In an unprecedented move, the Trump administration's Justice Department is suing all 15 federal judges in Maryland. The lawsuit challenges a court order that temporarily pauses deportations, a measure intended to give people a chance to be heard in court. Critics are calling it a constitutional crisis as the administration turns the courts into political enemies.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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#OTD in 2015: Marriage Equality Becomes the Law of...

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2025/06/26

On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v. Hodges, legalizing same-sex marriage across the nation. Since then, more than 600,000 couples have tied the knot, but fears remain about the decision being overturned. A decade later, celebration is coupled with vigilance. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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'Disappeared in America' Campaign Confronts Secret...

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2025/06/25

More than 85 protests are launching nationwide as part of the “Disappeared in America” campaign, confronting what organizers say is a pattern of secret deportations under the Trump administration. Advocates are defending due process and shining a light on the human toll of these tactics.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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Intel Disputes Trump’s Claim Iran’s Nuclear Program...

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2025/06/25

President Donald Trump declared Iran’s nuclear program “obliterated” following joint U.S.-Israeli strikes, but a leaked Defense Intelligence Agency report paints a different picture. Key components — including centrifuges and enriched uranium — reportedly survived. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth downplayed the report, but analysts and satellite imagery suggest Iran anticipated the attack. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media

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Study: Marijuana May Harm Heart Health

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2025/06/25

A new study from the University of California, San Francisco warns that marijuana use — even in edible form — may harm cardiovascular health. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the findings show vascular dysfunction in otherwise healthy users, raising concerns as cannabis use rises across the country. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad

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Trump Admin Backtracks on DOGE Cuts

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2025/06/24

The Trump administration is quietly bringing back hundreds of federal workers after laying them off through the Department of Government Efficiency. Agencies like the CDC and National Weather Service are now rehiring amid mounting safety and service concerns. Critics call the cuts dangerously short-sighted.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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Trump to Israel: ‘Do Not Drop Those Bombs’

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2025/06/24

Just hours after celebrating a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social with a stark warning to Israeli forces: “DO NOT DROP THOSE BOMBS.” His plea followed reports of Israeli air activity and Iranian missile retaliation. As tensions escalate, Congress prepares for a closed-door briefing. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad

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How Vacant Homes Are Dragging Down Property Values

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2025/06/24

A new LendingTree study reveals that states with higher housing vacancy rates tend to have much lower median home values. The data highlight how empty homes can impact the broader housing market and signal deeper economic trends. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#OTD: Patrice Lumumba and the Birth of Independent Congo

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2025/06/24

On June 30, 1960, Patrice Lumumba formed Congo’s first independent government. His leadership, though brief, left an enduring legacy as a symbol of African unity and anti-colonial struggle. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Iran Retaliates After U.S. Airstrikes

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2025/06/23

Iran launched missile strikes on U.S. forces in Qatar after President Trump ordered airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the region. Israel also intensified its bombing campaign, and Trump called for more domestic oil drilling. World leaders urge diplomacy — but is retaliation becoming the norm? Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad

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