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Distinguished Attorney Gives Back to His Law School Alma Mater, Donating $3 Million to Establish The Benny Agosto, Jr. Diversity Center at South Texas College of Law Houston

Houston trial attorney Benny Agosto, Jr.’s recent gift to establish a diversity center at his alma mater, South Texas College of Law Houston, combined two of his life passions: giving back to the community and encouraging more diversity in the legal field.

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McCarthy calls for formal impeachment inquiry into Biden

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced Tuesday he is calling on his committees to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, even as they have yet to prove allegations he directly profited off his son’s foreign business deals.

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Mississippi House votes to create an unelected, state-appointed court system within majority-Black Jackson

Lawmakers in Mississippi are at odds over a bill that would create an unelected, state-appointed court system in a district within Jackson, a majority Black city, with some concerned that the move smacks of a modern-day Jim Crow regime.

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DC council tries to claw back controversial criminal justice bill headed for failure in US Senate

DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson on Monday wrote a letter to the Senate attempting to withdraw the district's criminal reform legislation from congressional review after it became clear the Senate intended to nix the legislation.

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Nikki Haley announces 2024 White House bid

Former South Carolina Republican Gov. Nikki Haley announced Tuesday in a video that she will run for president in 2024, becoming the first major rival to challenge former President Donald Trump for the GOP nomination.

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What we know about Audrii Cunningham, missing Texas girl, and man being questioned

One of the few clues in Audrii Cunningham’s disappearance might be a red “Hello Kitty” backpack she was supposed to carry to school with her last week.

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US intel chief can’t rule out possibility China uses TikTok to influence 2024 elections

US intelligence officials “cannot rule out” the possibility that the Chinese government will use TikTok to influence the 2024 US elections, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines told lawmakers on Tuesday.

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MMCA Honors "Sheroes in Media" Championing Media Diversi

The Multicultural Media & Correspondents Association (MMCA) hosted its exclusive 2024 Sheroes in Media Awards reception on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the National Press Club near the White House, with leaders in media, philanthropy and communications gathered to uplift extraordinary women who exemplify diverse media excellence.

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Gatsby TV: Revolutionizing Your Streaming Experience

In an era saturated with an overwhelming abundance of TV shows and movies, Gatsby Frimpong, the innovative mind behind Gatsby TV, is on a mission to rescue viewers from the endless scroll and guide them toward quality content they'll love. With the exponential growth of streaming platforms and the resurgence of movie releases post-COVID, Gatsby TV emerges as a beacon of efficiency and enjoyment in the vast sea of entertainment options.

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A royal skeptic meets Americans obsessed with Harry and Meghan

On a Monday afternoon, the Pig and Whistle begins filling up before it's officially quitting time. Happy Hour starts every day at 4 p.m. and the bartender is pouring pint after pint of Fuller's and Guinness.

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Addressing Race in the Classroom: PVAMU faculty, staff lead new book project to help foster safe academic environment

School districts and higher education institutions around the country are reexamining the place of race in the classroom due to state Republican influence. Much of the controversy surrounds the inclusion of Critical Race Theory, which makes white Americans face this country’s racist traditions.

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Fact Check: Donald Trump repeats false claims about his legal troubles after closing arguments in civil trial

Former President Donald Trump went on a conspiracy theory-laden rant at a news conference Thursday after his attorneys wrapped up their closing arguments at his civil fraud trial in New York.

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Carlson Cares Scholarship Opportunity for Texas HS Seniors

The Carlson Law Firm is excited to announce a fantastic chance for Texas high school seniors to grab hold of the Carlson Cares Scholarships. Two lucky students will each receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their educational journey. I have included the link to our media kit for your reference.

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Trump's Impossibly Ambitious Trade Promises

President Donald Trump credits one particular campaign promise with his election victory: Scrapping and rewriting the nation's free trade deals.

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US Conglomerates Lobby Against Russia Sanctions

The Senate's Russia sanctions legislation has generated objections from a wide array of US business industries, which have undertaken a lobbying campaign on Capitol Hill to try to make changes to the bill.

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Trump Lands in Israel: What to Watch

President Donald Trump lands in Israel on Monday for the second leg of his first foreign trip as president where he will tackle the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, address regional security issues and reaffirm the US' commitment to its alliance with Israel.

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10 Questions for Donald Trump's News Conference

President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday will hold his first news conference in more than five months.

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Why We Still Love Michelle Obama

Former First Lady Michelle Obama grabbed us by the heart the minute she stepped on to the national stage. She became a role model for little girls and grown women too. Her presence just commands a certain type of respect when she enters any room. Her words gripped you right from the start and don’t let go until she is finished speaking. Her style is impeccable. Add on her love for Barack Obama and she has the full package. Here are just a few reasons we are still in love with Michelle Obama.

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Wisconsin faces Covid-19 crisis as coronavirus cases continue to rise, governor says

Wisconsin's governor on Tuesday warned of an impending crisis as the state continues to see coronavirus cases rise and its hospitals overwhelmed.

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Kavanaugh nomination advances amid Flake's call for FBI probe, Senate vote delay

The Senate could be forced to delay a vote on Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation after Republican Sen. Jeff Flake called for up to a one-week delay so the FBI can investigate sexual assault allegations facing President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee.