Something about the air feels off right now, and if you’re paying attention at all, you’ve felt the eerie shift too. Warnings are popping up across social media, whispers that something bigger and darker may be moving just beneath the surface — both socially and politically. From the gut-wrenching shooting of Charlie Kirk to the new boldness of those on the far-right, the nation feels jittery, caught between fear and uncertainty, and bracing for the next shock that almost feels inevitable.
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You’re probably wondering, “Can it really get any worse?” The unsettling answer is… it just might. That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of warnings drawn straight from the hair-raising political shifts unfolding around us, and let’s just say: red flags are everywhere.
No Election in 2028
In a recent appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” California Governor Gavin Newsom warned that he fears there might not be a presidential election in 2028 — unless America “wakes up” to what he called a “code red” moment.
Trump Calls Senior Military Leaders to Quantico
President Donald Trump convened an unusual meeting of top military leaders at Quantico — the Marine Corps base in Virginia that serves as the training hub for the FBI and Marines — after being called together by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, per Al Jazeera.
Pete Hegseth’s “No More Woke Military”
“For too long, we’ve promoted too many uniformed leaders for the wrong reasons,” Hegseth declared during his speech. “Based on their race, based on gender quotas, based on historic so-called ‘firsts.’ We became the woke department. But not anymore.” The focus on “woke” feels much like a dig to Black folks.
Leaders Place Foreign Agendas Before America
Tucker Carlson asked Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene why “every single Republican is in this weird kind of Israel mode all the time,” pointing to what he portrayed as a near-automatic, reflexive support for Israel among Republicans.
Plan Your Exit Strategy
Instagram user offgridhomesteadfam believes there’s a “75% chance that this is the beginning of the end of the world as we know it.” And according to her, “moving out of the country” and “becoming more self-sufficient” needs to be a part of your exit strategy in the next one to two years.
AI Pushing Conspiracies
AI tools are increasingly being used to generate and spread conspiracy theories, churning out convincing but false narratives that can cause widespread confusion. CNN anchor Jake Tapper had comments about Trump’s recent “medbed” post — and delete — which he claims is totally “bogus.”
Censorship on the Rise
Jimmy Kimmel is back on the air, but his recent suspension shows how quickly political pressures can silence the voices of even rich White men. The incident reflects a growing concern that despite freedom of speech, controversial opinions can get you clipped.
Global Military Tensions Rise
The United Kingdom’s recent defense strategy review emphasizes the need for “war-fighting readiness,” including investments in nuclear capabilities and military infrastructure, amid escalating global security threats, per Al Jazeera.
Economic Uncertainty Looms
The potential government shutdown threatens to furlough up to 750,000 federal workers daily, leading to an estimated $400 million in lost compensation, per Time.
Extremist Politics on the Rise
Kirk’s assassination highlights the escalating danger of politically motivated violence. Tyler Robinson, the man charged, is accused of meticulously planning the attack both in writing and online, per PBS.
Talks of Government Shut Down
Meanwhile, the federal government teeters on the brink of a full shutdown, threatening to furlough up to 750,000 workers and halt essential services like air traffic control and Social Security benefits, per Time. Democratic leader Chuck Schumer stated President Donald Trump is “totally derelict” for kicking plans to negotiate the shutdown Thursday to the curb.
AI Coming for Your Job
AI is rapidly advancing into fields once thought safe from automation, from white-collar office work to creative industries. This directly affects Black folks, as we previously reported that nearly 300,000 lost jobs in 2025. How can we fight back without protections?
Loss of Privacy
“Technology will become even more pervasive in our lives, every aspect of them. This will enable work, alternatives to school and improved health care, but will come at a high cost – increased surveillance, loss of privacy, greater risks – to both individuals and political systems,” Soraya Chemaly, an advocate and activist with The Representation Project stated per Pew Research.
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