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ELOC Student Ambassadors Make Successful Presentation in Albany

By WCP Staff Writer

MOUNT VERNON, NY -- Jan. 15, 2025 -- At the invitation of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Environmental Leaders of Color (ELOC) Student Ambassadors made a notable impact during their presentation in Albany on January 15, 2025. This talented group of nine ambassadors from Westchester County, comprising Kalyn, Ava, Kelvin, K.B., Josiah, and Joseph, showcased their skills, with Hawa, Jahneil, and Maya taking the lead as primary presenters. Together, they de-

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livered an exceptional presentation centered around the “Don’t Strain Your Drain” campaign.

Each ambassador brought unique insights, stressing the importance of recycling used cooking oil and raising awareness about the harmful environmental effects of disposing of oil down the drain or in the trash. Their enthusiasm and commitment resonated deeply with DEC members, As-

ELOC STUDENTS, Cont’d. on page 8

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C E Ken Jenkins Showcases Commitment to Middle-Class Support and Fiscal Responsibility (White Plains, NY) – Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins released a new video emphasizing the administration’s ongoing efforts to keep taxes low, ensure the efficient use of resources, and prioritize the needs of the middle class.

Jenkins said: “As County Executive, I’m committed to ensuring that Westchester remains a place where families can thrive. By having a 0% tax increase for the operating budget for the last 6 years and working with all stakeholders, we have been maximizing every dollar to support vital services, foster economic growth and protect the middle class. Westchester is one of the few communities that shares sales tax revenue with local municipalities to keep taxes low. This isn’t just about balancing budgets—it’s about security and investing in the future of our communities to ensure that government works for everyone.”

The video outlines the County’s dedication to fiscal responsibility over the last seven years, including collaborating with the Board of Legislators, local departments, and agency partners to maximize the value of property and sales tax dollars. It also highlights some of the County’s initiatives to support the business community, particularly in the life sciences sector and how this sector is a strategic driver of

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economic growth.

Director of Economic Development Bridget Gibbons said: “Westchester’s thriving business community is a cornerstone of our economic success. By fostering growth in the life sciences, we’re attracting investments and creating opportunities that benefit residents and businesses alike—which will continue to have long-term positive impacts as these sectors evolve and

establish themselves. This is just one part of the successful strategic approach to economic development we began putting into action in 2018. It’s a perfect example of how our driving focus has always been about building partnerships that fuel innovation and keep Westchester competitive, while delivering tangible benefits like job creation and increased revenue to support essential services. We’re

Hudson Valley Books for Humanity to Partner with the Short Attention Span Book Club Tuesday, Jan. 28th In partnership with our soon to be neighbors, Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, we invite you to join us for the Short Attention Span Book Club. This lunchtime reading group is designed for less reading time, more discussion. We will be diving into tough topics, with particular attention to social and justice related themes. Our next session is Tuesday, January 28th from 12:30–1:30pm. We will be looking at two readings: 1) an excerpt from The Migrant’s Jail: An American History of Mass Incarceration

by Brianna Nofil, and 2) a news story about the increase in private immigration prisons in the USA. The Short Attention Span Book Club will be held at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity at 67 Central Avenue in Ossining, NY. This event is free, but please register using the link below to receive a copy of the readings in advance of the event.

always thoughtful about how all the pieces fit together.”

Recently, Westchester County earned a AAA bond rating from S&P Global Ratings while also maintaining its AAA credit rating from Fitch Ratings, reaffirming the County’s financial health, fiscal responsibility, conservative budgeting, and strong sales tax revenue over recent years. Westchester County is the only county in New York State to receive a AAA bond rating from S&P Global Ratings.

The AAA credit rating from Fitch Ratings is its highest possible credit rating.

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White House Celebrates Record ACA Enrollment as Trump Administration Plans to Overhaul Health Care

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent

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The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a historic milestone: nearly 24 million Americans—including approximately 64,000 District residents—have signed up for Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace coverage for 2025, with one week remaining in the open enrollment period. The record-breaking figure represents nearly doubling enrollment since President Joe Biden took office.

Over 45 million Americans are covered through the ACA’s Marketplace and Medicaid expansion, marking an all-time high in health insurance coverage in U.S. history.

Biden hailed the achievement as a direct result of his administration’s efforts to make health care more affordable and accessible. “When I took office, I made a promise to the American people that I would bring down the cost of health care and prescription drugs, make signing up for coverage easier, and strengthen the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid,” Biden stated. “I’m

proud that my administration delivered—even as Republican elected officials stood in the way. I urge Congress to double down on the progress we have made by extending the ACA premium tax credit this year.”

Over the past four years, the administration implemented initiatives contributing to record-breaking enrollment and reduced healthcare costs. Key measures included enhancing ACA premium tax credits, which saved consumers an average of $800 annually on premiums, and simplifying enrollment processes, particularly for underserved and rural communities. Medicaid expansion in four additional states provided coverage for over one million people while eliminating bureaucratic barriers ensured millions could apply for or renew coverage seamlessly.

The administration also took aggressive steps to lower prescription drug costs, with the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation program achiev-

ing prices 38% to 79% lower than U.S. list prices for the first ten negotiated drugs. Medicare beneficiaries benefited from a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket costs and a $35 monthly cap on insulin. The White House said those initiatives put billions of dollars back into the pockets of seniors and individuals with disabilities.

Despite these successes, the ACA faces an uncertain future.

President-elect Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers, who will control the House and Senate, have expressed intentions to overhaul the law. During his campaign, Trump criticized the ACA as overly expensive and suggested retooling or repealing key provisions. Republican leaders have signaled plans to prioritize changes, which could result in significant premium increases and coverage losses.

Officials noted that enhanced premium tax credits are set to expire without Congressional action.

If that happens, premiums could

skyrocket. For example, a single parent earning $50,000 annually could see their premiums increase by $1,600, while a retired couple earning $85,000 could face an $18,000 increase. Experts estimate that between three and five million Americans could lose health insurance entirely.

The White House noted that the ACA’s impact extends beyond Marketplace coverage. Today, Medicaid covers approximately 80 million Americans, with the administration driving initiatives to simplify enrollment and expand postpartum coverage for hundreds of thousands of new mothers. Other healthcare advancements under the Biden-Harris Administration include a 17% reduction in overdose deaths in the 12 months ending July 2024—the largest decline in U.S. history—and a significant decrease in new HIV infections following the launch of a national strategy to end the epidemic by 2030.

Administration officials said Biden and Harris’s comprehensive efforts to improve healthcare access, affordability, and equity have also addressed mental health and maternal health crises. The 988 mental health lifeline, created under Biden’s leadership, has answered over 11 million calls, chats, and texts that have provided immediate support to individuals in crisis. Additionally, 46 states and the District of Columbia extended Medicaid postpartum coverage from two months to 12 months.

While Biden praised the progress made during his presidency, he warned of the risks ahead. “If Republicans in Congress take away the enhanced premium tax credits, premiums will skyrocket, and millions of Americans could lose coverage,” he said. “We cannot afford to let this progress slip away.”

DEDICATION, Cont’d. on p. 11

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Will a new CFPB overdraft rule be allowed to save consumers $5Billion each year?

By Charlene Crowell

On December 11, an important but under-reported U.S. Senate hearing addressed the nation’s challenging economy.

After calling to order the session entitled, Protecting Workers’ Money and Fighting for the Dignity of Work, long-time Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown, who for a full decade served as either the Banking Committee’s Chair or Ranking Member, spoke to the financial concerns of everyday people just days before his tenure ended.

“Most people don’t have fancy lawyers,” noted Brown. “They don’t have high-priced lobbyists.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is their advocate and their voice. … OUR charge, whether in the Senate or out of it, is to look out for workers and put them at the center of everything we do.”

And in both significant and measurable ways, the CFPB has

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Trump Outlines America First Agenda: What It Means for Black Americans

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met its mission by returning nearly $21 billion to more than 205 million consumers who were financially abused in a wide range of personal finance issues. For example: • Detrimental medical debt collection has now been removed from the credit reports of 22.8 million people who previously had at least one such debt; • CFPB stopped illegal credit repair scams and returned $1.8 billion to 4.3 million consumers harmed by credit repair companies that illegally charged advance fees and used deceptive bait-andswitch advertising tactics; and • Through 39 public enforcement actions, including six Military Lending Act violations, CFPB returned $363 million to veterans and service members.

Beyond these and other enforcement actions, CFPB has promulgated key rules governing personal financial transaction that together provide clarity and transparency for financial firms and consumers alike.

Unfortunately, and despite notable achievements, the agency remains as contentious a topic today as when it began in 2011. And with a new Congress and Presi

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President Donald Trump has unveiled his American priorities, which include measures addressing border security, economic policies, government restructuring, and social values. While the policies aim to bolster what the administration calls “American values and safety,” they carry profound implications for Black Americans and other marginalized communities.

Border Security and Immigration The president plans to reinstate hardline immigration policies, including ending “catch-and-release,” reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” program and expanding the border wall. The proposed suspension of refugee resettlement could disproportionately affect Black migrants from African and Caribbean nations who seek asylum in the U.S. Increased deportation operations targeting undocumented immigrants, including those with minor infractions, may further contribute to fears of racial profiling and discrimination in Black and immigrant communities.

Additionally, deploying the military, including the National Guard, to the border raises concerns about the militarization of immigration enforcement. The designation of certain cartels as foreign terrorist organizations could lead to broader enforcement measures that risk overreach and collateral harm to immigrant populations, many of whom are Black.

Economic and Energy Policies Trump’s plan to “Make America Affordable and Energy Dominant Again” centers on reducing costs through expanded energy production and deregulation. While these measures aim to lower living expenses, they could have mixed consequences for Black Americans. Communities of color often bear the brunt of environmental harm caused by deregulated industries and fossil fuel expansion, raising questions about long-term health and environmental justice.

The administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord and rejection of renewable energy investments could also slow progress in creating green jobs, an industry where Black workers have begun to gain traction.

Government Reform In his pledge to “Drain the Swamp,” Trump proposes freezing hiring in non-essential areas of the federal workforce, with a specific focus on reducing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This could result in fewer opportunities for Black professionals and reduced attention to addressing systemic inequities in federal agencies.

Plans to reduce remote work among federal employees could disproportionately affect Black workers, who often rely on flexible arrangements to manage systemic disparities such as longer commutes and caregiving re-

TRUMP’S AGENDA, Cont’d from page 11

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Demand Diversity TO BE Roundtable to Convene in EQUAL Response to Incoming Administration’s

By Marc H. Morial President & CEO Threat to DEI National Urban League A second Trump administration intends to abandon efforts to advance and legally defend affirmative action and DEI policies within military academies, federal minority contracting programs, and other federal programs shown to open opportunities – as well as create inclusive education and workplace environments – unfairly denied to people of color, women, and other marginalized groups ...

A second Trump administration would not only refuse to enforce civil rights regulations on behalf of individuals from historically marginalized groups, but to actively weaken these protections in housing, education, health care, and other essential resources.” — Alexis Agathocleous, Kim Conway, ReNika Moore, ACLU Less than 48 hours after Donald Trump once again becomes President of the United States, a historic coalition of civil and human rights leaders will gather to plan a strategy to defend equal opportunity.

The Demand Diversity Roundtable convenes at 11:30 am, Eastern Time, at the National Press Club. A livestream of the event will be available on NUL.org, Facebook, and YouTube.

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The lively, rapid-fire, roundtable will focus on confronting the disinformation campaign to discredit diversity, equity, and inclusion, exposing the myths used to divide communities, setting the record straight with facts, and reaffirming participants’ unwavering commitment to justice, unity, and the values that strengthen our nation.

Trump has vowed that on his first day in office, he will revoke President Biden’s executive order on racial equity, and pursue the dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives both within the federal government and among private institutions Project 2025, the policy blueprint Trump is expected to follow, calls for the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to “investigate and prosecute all state and local governments, institutions of higher education, corporations, and any other private employers” with diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. It calls for references to “sexual orientation and gender identity” to be deleted from all federal rules, LGBTQ workplace discrimination protections to be sharply limited, and a ban on transgender troops in the U.S. armed forces.

The Demand Diversity Roundtable represents a refusal to remain silent in the face of an unprecedented assault on DEI measures, and a commitment to fostering unity, resilience and proactive leadership in defense of equal oppor-

dent in 2025, consumers and their advocates would be prudent to remain watchful.

In particular, a new rule that brings the potential to save consumers $5 billion each year may be at risk. Previously, overdraft fees ranged as high as $35 per transaction, with affected consumers learning of the charges after receiving their monthly bank statements. Those hardest hit with these predatory fees are consumers whose bank balances provide slim to no financial cushion – the millions who work paycheck to paycheck and may be aptly described as ‘the working poor’.

Finalized in December and scheduled to take effect this October, CFPB’s overdraft fee rule closes a bank overdraft loophole that had been allowing financial institutions to unfairly charge billions in excessive fees. Financial institutions with assets of $10 billion or more will now be required to comply. Those that wish to offer overdraft as a conve-

tunity for all.

America’s strength lies in its diversity, and abandoning DEI would endanger the nation’s progress and future.

While Trump professed to know nothing about Project 2025 during his campaign, as President Elect he has selected its authors and influencers for key roles in his administration.

The agenda is alarmingly hostile to any measures it designates as “woke” - a term the “anti-woke” movement has defined as “the belief there are systemic injustices in American society and the need to address them.” The movement holds that acknowledging discrimination is, in itself, discrimination.

Several organizations that have been designated hate groups by the Southern Poverty Law Center are among Project 2025’s advisory board, including Alliance Defending Freedom, infamous for restricting access to the abortion pill and support for anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and Center for Immigration Studies, known for providing a platform for racist writers along and associating with white nationalists.

The incoming administration’s policies, aligned with frameworks like Project 2025, threaten to undermine principles of equal opportunity and roll back progress toward a multiracial democracy. The National Urban League and our co-conveners of the Demand Diversity Roundtable will resist these threats.

nient service would be allowed to set their fee at an amount that covers their costs and losses - instead of generating a revenue stream designed to boost profits. Additionally, the rule calls for account-opening disclosures that enable comparison shopping, and give consumers a choice of whether to pay automatically or manually.

Earlier and in multiple, related overdraft enforcement actions, CFPB returned a combined total of $446 million from institutions found to have charged their respective customers with illegal fees: Wells Fargo ($205 million), Regions Bank ($141 million), Navy Federal Credit Union ($95 million), and Atlantic Union ($5 million).

“For far too long, the largest banks have exploited a legal loophole that has drained billions of dollars from Americans’ deposit accounts,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. “The CFPB is cracking down on these excessive junk fees and requiring big banks to come clean about the inter-

CROWELL, Cont’d. on page 11

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Biden Uses Pardon Power to Guard Against Trump’s Threatened Prosecutions

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

With just hours left in his tenure, President Joe Biden issued a series of preemptive pardons on Monday, aiming to shield numerous public servants from potential prosecutions threatened by President-elect Donald Trump. Among those pardoned were Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley, and various members of the committee that investigated the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Biden’s action was directed towards individuals, including Capitol and D.C. Metropolitan police officers who testified before the committee, legislators such as Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Bennie Thompson and former Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger. The president cited the looming threats of politically motivated prosecutions as the driving force behind his decision, asserting that those pardoned The U.S. Capitol Building under attack on Jan. 6, 2021. (iStock/Photo NNPA) wikicommons “served our nation with honor and distinction and do not deserve to be the targets of unjustified and politi- of those targeted. He emphasized, “Even when indically motivated prosecutions.” viduals have done nothing wrong—and in fact have The unprecedented use of presidential pardon done the right thing—the mere fact of being investi- power comes as Biden continues to express concern In his statement, Biden high- gated or prosecuted can irreparably damage reputa- over what he perceives as potential abuses of power lighted Milley’s four-decade ca- tions and finances.” by his successor. As Trump assumes office, he has reer, noting his leadership through indicated plans to pardon many involved in the Jan. “complex global security threats” General Milley said he was grateful. “After forty- 6 attack, contrasting Biden’s protective measures for and his role in strengthening U.S. three years of faithful service in uniform to our Na- those who investigated it. alliances. Biden lauded Fauci for tion, protecting and defending the Constitution, I do his critical contributions to manag- not wish to spend whatever remaining time the Lord “I am eternally grateful to President Joe Biden, ing public health crises including grants me fighting those who unjustly might seek ret- not just for this preemptive pardon, but for his leaderHIV/AIDS, Ebola, and Covid-19. ribution for perceived slights,” Milley stated. ship and service to this nation, especially over the last four years,” said Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn. “I The preemptive pardons, deFauci also acknowledged the pardons. “There is wish this pardon weren’t necessary, but unfortunately, scribed by Biden, aim to prevent absolutely no basis for these threats,” Fauci stated. “I the political climate we are in now has made the need the “baseless and politically mo- have committed no crime, and there are no possible for one somewhat of a reality.” tivated investigations” that could grounds for any allegation or threat of criminal invesharm the reputations and finances tigation or prosecution of me.”

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April Ryan Joins Black Press USA as Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent

By Jason Roberts, NNPA Newswire

APRIL RYAN

(Washington, DC, January 17, 2025) – The Black Press is the trusted News and information source for millions of Americans, and it is bringing on news trailblazer, April Ryan. This is April Ryan’s 6th Presidency having covered five Presidents as a White House Correspondent and Bureau Chief.

“April Ryan has exemplified the best of outstanding journalism for decades at the White House for news companies across the nation and world.

We are so proud to announce that April Ryan will now be the Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent for Black Press USA (www.BlackPressUSA.com ). As the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) celebrates 2025 the 198th Year of the Black Press of America, we acknowledge the transformative contemporary benefit to the

amplification of the strategic importance of the Black Press that will be rendered by the courage and professional effectiveness of April Ryan. April is the longest serving, Black tenured White House Correspondent in the history of the United States,” emphasized Dr. Benjamin F, Chavis, Jr., President and CEO of the NNPA. “I am going home to make history as the Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent for Black Press USA. This is the home of History Makers who were the first Black White House Correspondents, Harry McAlpin, Ethel Payne, and Alice Dunnigan,” said Ryan. “January 13, 2025, marked my 28th year as a White House Correspondent and I am thrilled to continue my journey at honoring the esteemed legacy of these iconic Black journalists.”

Special Black History Month Program February 7-9 Friday thru Sunday, Feb. 7-9: The American Muslim Women’s Association (AMWA), with the co-sponsorship of the Westchester Martin Luther King, Jr. Institute for Nonviolence and the Interfaith Connection Group and other groups invite you to a special Black History Month program: Event Details: February 7-9, 2025 - UWMS Community Center, 600 Bear Ridge Rd, Pleasantville, NY 10570. FREE Event – Open to All. Schedule Highlights: Exhibition Tours: Friday, 2/7 & Saturday, 2/8: 11 AM, 2 PM, & 5 PM; Sunday, 2/9: 11 AM & 1 PM. Film Showings: Friday, 2/7 & Saturday, 2/8: 12 PM, 3 PM, & 6 PM; Sunday, 2/9: 11 AM & 2 PM. Private Tours for Schools: Saturday, 2/8: 11 AM, 12 PM, & 2 PM. For more information: mail@amwa.us or 914-338-2648 President Joe Biden’s age and misperceptions of cognitive decline have set off a self-destructive political firestorm within the Democratic Party, caus-

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ELOC Student Ambassadors Make Outstanding Presentation on Environmental Projects

Dr. Diana Williams, Acting Executive Director,of Environmental Leaders of Color, moderated the Student Ambassadors’ presentations to the legislators.

sembly Member J. Gary Pretlow, other legislative representatives, ELOC board members Dr. Aaron Mair and Jordan McIntosh illustrating the power of young environmental advocates. The DEC members were so impressed by the student’s knowledge and thought-provoking questions that they expressed a keen interest in further collaboration, recognizing the ambassadors’ potential to drive meaningful change.

ELOC extends a heartfelt thank you to Assembly Member J. Gary Pretlow for his unwavering support. His inspiring introduction set a positive tone for the presentation and played a key role in engaging the audience right from the start. ELOC is genuinely grateful for his dedication to the organization’s mission since its onset and for his belief in the capabilities of young environmental leaders. This campaign is made possible thanks to the financial support from Restore America’s Estuaries and Con Edison, whose vital contributions have allowed our initiatives to flourish.

As the students continue their community campaign in Westchester County, they demonstrate the significant impact that youth can have on their surroundings. They plan to reach out to residents through social media, community events, podcasts, printed materials, local organizations, and word of mouth to collect used cooking oil and guide people on how to dispose of it in barrels located at designated sites listed at https://eloc.earth/dont-strainyour-drain/. Their achievements are a point of pride for students, parents, and guardians, representing a promising future for environmental advocacy.

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A Forward March for MLK In the New Trump Era

By April Ryan, BlackPressUSA.com Washington Bureau Chief and Chief White House Correspondent

MLK Memorial Statue

“Today hits differently,” says Democratic Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett who decided to observe the National Martin Luther King Jr. holiday away from the 60th Presidential inauguration of Donald John Trump. A large swath of the 62 members of the Congressional Black Caucus who were invited to the ceremonies chose to observe the National King Day away from the nation’s capital. “Today, unlike any King Day before, I’ve truly searched my soul for his strength and praying for an ounce of his political prowess,” according to the outspoken Texas lawmaker who was a co-chair of the Kamala Harris Presidential campaign last year. The Harris presidential campaign ended in defeat on November 5, 2024, with Donald Trump being named the 47th Presi-

dent of the United States.

If Dr. King, a civil rights icon, had lived; he would have been 96 years old on January 15th of this year. The irony of the day honoring the civil and human rights leader is that it is shared with the 60th presidential inauguration ceremony in the Rotunda of the Capitol Building. Historically, the second inaugurations of Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama took place on MLK Day in 1997 and 2013. There were some democratic hopes that Kamala Harris could be a repeat of today’s swearing-in history. A few months ago, some Kamala Harris campaign staffers believed the then-Democratic presidential candidate would have been sworn in today by Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on this King Day.

Since the 15th of this month, there have been many celebrations honoring the life and civil rights history of Dr. King. One was at Riverside Church in Harlem, New York Rev. Mark Thompson, host of “Make It Plain,” and NNPA Global Digital Transformation Director, remembered Dr. King by saying, “his memory calls us to transcend all of the things we are most concerned about today.” Dr. King, who was killed in 1968 by an assassin’s bullet, challenged authority at the highest levels to achieve equality for African Americans in this nation like voting rights and civil rights. Thompson warns in this new political era, “rather than relax or be discouraged we should…continue to hold the Office of the President accountable.”

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Clyburn to Serve as Ranking Member on House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation & HUD

By James E. Clyburn, Member of Congress

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement after he was named Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development. Clyburn will also serve on the House Appropriations Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies and Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittees.

“I am honored and humbled to be Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development in the 119th Congress,” said Congressman James E. Clyburn. “I’ve dedicated much of my time in Congress securing federal investments in rural and underserved communities, especially those that have been historically neglected, and these subcommittees will help facilitate my efforts to properly address the

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opment and anti-poverty tools to target federal funds where they are needed and can do the best for most people. “I look forward to continuing to work with Ranking Member DeLauro, Chairman Cole, and my distinguished colleagues to deliver for the families of South Carolina

and make America’s greatness accessible and affordable to all.”

Congressman Clyburn served on the House Appropriations Committee until 2007, when ascended into Democratic leadership positions, serving as Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, Vice Chair, and Chair of the House Democratic Caucus. He served twice as Majority Whip and twice as Assistant Democratic Leader. From 2019 to 2022 he served as Chair of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis. Clyburn’s 10-20-30 federal funding formula, initiated in three accounts in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, has been expanded to 15 accounts of the appropriations bills, and his Rural Energy Savings Program has supported $500 million in loans to rural electric cooperatives since 2016. Clyburn is the author of the legislation that created South Carolina’s three Heritage Corridors and its three national parks.

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Implications for Black Americans

Charlene Crowell is a senior fellow with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at Charlene.crowell@responsiblelending. org.

sponsibilities.

Social Policies Under “Bring Back American Values,” the president has vowed to uphold traditional gender definitions and push back against what he terms “radical gender ideology.” While the policy may resonate with some, critics argue it risks undermining protections for LGBTQ+ individuals, including Black transgender and nonbinary people who already face high levels of discrimination and violence.

Additionally, the administration’s promise to rename American landmarks to “appropriately honor” U.S. history raises concerns about erasing the recognition of Black leaders and historical figures in public spaces.

Trump’s America First agenda presents a mix of challenges for Black communities. Policies targeting immigration, environmental regulations, and government reform could exacerbate existing inequities, while the rollback of DEI programs threatens to stall progress toward racial justice.

As the administration prepares to implement these policies, the impact on Black Americans will depend on how federal and state agencies carry out the president’s vision. Critics warn that many of these proposals risk further marginalizing Black communities in an era of increasing social and economic disparities.

“No administration can ignore the lasting impact of its policies on communities already fighting systemic barriers,” a civil rights advocate said.

est rate they’re charging on overdraft loans.”

In a comment letter that earlier urged enactment of overdraft reform, the Center for Responsible Lending noted this predatory loan’s disproportionate impact on Black and Latino consumers. “[O] verdraft fees continue to be a major reason why consumers lose bank accounts. Black and Latino consumers are already four to five times more likely to be unbanked than white Americans, wrote CRL. “They are also disproportionately likely to be ejected from the financial mainstream. Ejection from the mainstream financial system can have long lasting and negative systemic effects. The Proposed Rule has the opportunity to save at least $3.5 Billion for the 23 million consumers who pay overdraft fees yearly.”

Perhaps, Senator Brown summarized best the consumer challenge before us.

“As important and effective as Wall Street reform was, it was incomplete. We still have an economy where hard work doesn’t pay off like it should… And over the next four years, the work of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will be more crucial than ever. The work continues.”

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SUNY Westchester Community College Applauds Gov. Hochul for Critical Support for Student Success in 2025 State of the State Agenda Valhalla, NY, January 16, 2025 — President Belinda S. Miles today applauded Gov. Kathy Hochul for pledging in her 2025 State of the State agenda to deliver ongoing state funding to sustain and expand the proven Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) programs, transformative models that have been widely demonstrated to increase student completion rates and narrow opportunity gaps, including at SUNY Westchester Community College (SUNY WCC).

“SUNY Westchester Community College launched the Viking ROADS program in 2018, closely based on the successful City University of New York (CUNY) Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP),” said Dr. Miles, President of SUNY WCC. “This transformative program has been invaluable for our student participants, guiding and encouraging them to achieve their academic goals, improving their futures and as well as those of the families and communities that rely on them.

ASAP (for students pursuing an associate degree) and ACE (for students in Bachelor’s degree program) expanded to the SUNY system in Spring 2024 through the SUNY Transformation Fund. As of Fall 2024, more than 4,200 stu-

dents now participate in ASAP|ACE across 25 SUNY campuses, including over 500 this year at SUNY WCC. Governor Hochul’s 2025 State of the State agenda will make it possible to sustain ASAP|ACE and expand it statewide to reach 10,000 SUNY students.

Since launching Viking ROADS on campus, SUNY WCC students have felt immediate tangible benefits, with positive impacts on academic momentum, including higher creditcompletion and retention rates and high levels of student engagement.

“SUNY is committed to success for every student, and ASAP|ACE programs are the nation’s leading, evidence-based model for helping students stay on track to graduation,” SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. said. “We are grateful to Governor Hochul for her commitment to ASAP|ACE in the 2025 State of the State agenda and look forward to working with the governor and our champions in the legislature to continue to scale this proven investment in student success.”

ASAP|ACE programs provide wraparound support to ensure student academic success, retention, and on-time graduation. An array of resources and supports — including academic

assistance, personalized advisement, career development activities, and funding to cover textbooks, groceries, transportation, and other costs of attendance — help Pell-eligible students overcome barriers that can prevent them from achieving their goals and obtaining a degree.

Across SUNY, ASAP students’ credit completion rates for the Spring 2024 semester were 20% higher than similar non-participants, and ACE students saw 9% higher credit completion rates compared to similar non-ACE students.

ASAP|ACE-student retention rates from spring to fall 2024 also outpaced those of non-participants.

“I was nervous and lost when I first entered WCC,” said Juliette Pacheco, SUNY WCC graduate and Viking ROADS scholar. “Thanks to Viking ROADS and my advisor, I not only graduated with a 3.8 GPA, but with confidence.

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