May 2026

Redrawn Florida congressional map upheld ahead of midterms

By Gray Rohrer | News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida’s newly drawn congressional districts will remain intact, a Tallahassee judge ruled Tuesday. Judge Joshua Hawkes of the Leon Circuit Court rejected the push from two voting rights organizations and a group of voters to strike down the map drawn up by an aide for Gov. Ron DeSantis and […]

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FICO finds Gen Z leans on credit cards to cover basic expenses

By Damilola Esebame TheStreet A growing share of Gen Z consumers are opening new credit card accounts to cover everyday expenses they otherwise cannot afford. Fresh FICO data show their credit profiles are taking more damage than those of any other generation, according to U.S. News. More than 25% of Gen Z adults aged 18 to 29

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Moise drops out of race for FL-20, endorses two candidates

WLRN Public Media | By Carlton Gillespie Dr. Rudolph Moise has suspended his run for Florida’s 20th congressional district. “I am stepping away from the race for Congress in Florida’s 20th District, not because the fight is over, but because the stakes are too high for ego, division, or political games,” he said in a statement.

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Clyburn’s district stays intact as South Carolina Republicans scrap redistricting

By Sam Gringlas The majority-Black district held for 34 years by South Carolina Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn will survive intact, for now, after Republican state lawmakers rejected a plan to redraw congressional maps. South Carolina was the latest Southern state attempting to redraw district lines after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened a key section of

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Effort to stop Florida’s new, GOP-friendly congressional map blocked by judge

By Romy Ellenbogen Herald/Times Tallahassee Bureau Florida’s new congressional map is likely locked in. The map will stay in place for the 2026 elections after a Tallahassee judge denied a request for a preliminary injunction Tuesday. Drafted by a staffer in Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office, the redesign could give the GOP four more seats among Florida’s 28

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Pam Grier Talks ‘Jackie Brown,’ Soul Flix, And The Legacy Of Black Cinema

On her 77th birthday, the legendary actress reflects on her storied career and why staying active is the key to success. “I love to live,” she says. By Okla Jones · Updated May 26, 2026 “It’s always nice to share what you’ve learned on your journey with everyone because it’s so vast,” Pam Grier says. “I’ve learned so much and

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Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Says Bottom 50% Should Not Pay Income Taxes

The billionaire entrepreneur says eliminating federal taxes on lower-income Americans could spark innovation and create more opportunities for future business leaders. by Selena Hill Amazon Founder and Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos is calling for a dramatic overhaul of the federal tax system, arguing that the bottom half of American workers should pay no federal income tax — at

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Naomi Osaka Defends Celebration Of Black Tennis Players Ahead Of French Open

Osaka addressed backlash explaining that her experiences growing up in tennis shaped her beliefs about creating community spaces for Black athletes by Sidnee Michelle Douyon Naomi Osaka is standing by her decision to host a private gathering celebrating Black tennis players during the French Open, responding publicly after criticism surfaced online over the event’s focus on race and representation, Boardroom reports. The

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BREAKING NEWS! Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson not running for re-election

Sources have revealed to M•I•A  Media Group that Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson will not be running for re-election in August of 2026. Apparent front runners for her seat are State Senator Shevrin Jones and Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III. Further details developing…

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