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The Georgia Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis regarding her removal from the case prosecuting President Donald Trump and his alleged co-conspirators for their attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Consequently, the case will be referred to the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council in Georgia, which will determine whether a new prosecutor will be appointed.

A federal appeals court has thwarted President Donald Trump's efforts to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, delivering a setback to the administration's attempts to exert influence over the central bank and its economic policies.

The Smithsonian Institution is under pressure to submit exhibition information to the White House by Friday, amidst heightened scrutiny from the Trump administration. This review, part of a broader effort to align cultural institutions with the administration's agenda, raises questions about the independence of the nation's leading museums.

Target is facing a nationwide boycott initiated by Black faith groups and activists, following its decision to withdraw its pledge to enhance the presence of Black-owned businesses and products in its stores. This move has resulted in decreased sales and the subsequent replacement of the company's CEO.

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is under scrutiny from residents and the DC city council regarding her management of the federal law enforcement takeover in Washington, D.C., and the subsequent arrest of a mentor involved in a gun violence prevention initiative.

President Donald Trump has declared an initiative to address crime in Memphis, marking it as a focal point in his broader strategy to tackle urban crime nationwide. The administration plans to deploy the National Guard and potentially military forces to achieve this objective, reflecting a commitment to restoring safety in the city.

Organizers of World Afro Day aim to establish a Guinness World Record on September 15 by engaging 100,000 participants globally to view an educational video series and complete quizzes on the beauty and diversity of natural afro hair textures. This initiative seeks to combat hair discrimination and promote cultural awareness.

The Environmental Protection Agency, led by Trump-appointed Administrator Lee Zeldin, has secured a court ruling permitting the agency to halt $20 billion in funds designated for low-income and disadvantaged communities, even though these funds had already been allocated to various nonprofit organizations.

Black Storytelling Week, established by journalist and cultural advocate Martina Abrahams Ilunga, aims to assist Black families in safeguarding their narratives. Through workshops and a complimentary online toolkit, the initiative empowers families to document oral histories, ensuring these vital stories endure.

Kamala Harris, in her forthcoming memoir, critiques the decision to allow Joe and Jill Biden to independently determine the former president's re-election bid, labeling it as recklessness. She further asserts that the Biden team failed to support her during her 2024 presidential campaign.