DOJ pushes back after Illinois city asks court to dismiss lawsuit over its “race-based” reparations program
The Justice Department is opposing Evanston’s effort to dismiss a federal complaint challenging the Illinois city’s race-based reparations program. The dispute intensified after a judge allowed the department to join a civil rights lawsuit filed by Judicial Watch. Precious S. Jacobs-Perry, an attorney for Evanston, said the city plans to seek dismissal of the government’s […]
Descendants of British Aristocrats Involved in Slave Trade Support Reparations
(AFP) — Caribbean nations seeking reparations for the legacy of slavery have found surprising allies in the descendants of prominent British families who profited from the slave trade. Families like the Gladstones, Lascelles, and Trevelyans were influential figures in British governance for years. They amassed considerable wealth through the ownership of plantations in the West […]
White House criticizes Mayor Brandon Johnson regarding reparations statements
White House Responds to Chicago Mayor’s Comments on Reparations and Crime The White House reacted sharply to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s remarks made on Wednesday. Johnson criticized former President Donald Trump for allegedly neglecting the needs of the descendants of enslaved Black Americans while favoring the wealthy. During an appearance on the “Native Land Pod” […]
Angie Nixon’s Campaign Manager Supported Reparations and Ending ICE
Florida Democrat Socialist Senate Candidate’s Controversial Staff Choices Angie Nixon, a Democratic Socialist running for the U.S. Senate in Florida, has made headlines this year. She advocates for the defunding and abolishment of ICE and has described Republicans as “killing people.” Her campaign team appears to share her far-left ideology, raising eyebrows and questions about […]
King Charles Refuses to Make a Formal Apology for Slavery and Dismisses Reparations
During his Caribbean tour this month, King Charles will address Britain’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade but has no plans to offer a formal apology or commit to any form of reparations. Buckingham Palace has confirmed that an official apology will not be made during this visit, as reported by Reuters. Charles has referred […]
Supporters of reparations call for direct cash payments to Black freedmen
Advocates for reparations are urging the federal government to issue direct cash payments to the descendants of enslaved Black Americans. They express concern that broadening eligibility to include others could weaken their cause, particularly amidst rising opposition from conservative groups and the Trump administration. “Cash payments — they’re a small part of a larger solution, […]
Jamaica Officials Submit Petition for Slavery Reparations to King Charles
Jamaica is set to deliver a petition to King Charles III on Monday, seeking reparations from Britain for the atrocities of the transatlantic slave trade. The amount being pursued is estimated at £7.6 billion (U.S.$10 billion), along with requests for “answers” as part of a quest for “reparatory justice.” Olivia Grange, the country’s culture minister, […]
U.N. Calls for Urgent Reparations for Slavery for Individuals of African Ancestry
U.N. Committee Calls for Reparations for the Slave Trade A U.N. committee issued a warning on Monday, stating that countries are legally obligated to provide immediate cash settlements as reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, along with other unspecified measures such as “truth commissions.” The committee aims to address the “enduring legacy of racial discrimination” […]
Ms. Rachel, a star on children’s YouTube and Netflix, advocates for reparations for slavery and Jim Crow laws
Ms. Rachel Advocates for Reparations on Social Media Children’s YouTube and Netflix personality Ms. Rachel, known as Rachel Acaso, has recently added her voice to the conversation about reparations for slavery and Jim Crow laws. She shared her stance with her more than 5 million followers in an Instagram post, reinforcing her alignment with various […]
Sen Jon Ossoff expressed his backing for reparations for slavery in 2019
After announcing his Senate campaign, Jon Ossoff, a Democratic candidate from Georgia, expressed his support for the Reparations Act, which aims to address the historical injustices faced by Black Americans. In a radio interview from 2019, he mentioned that the key issue is figuring out the extent of the government’s obligation to contribute. “We have […]