Politics
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WH Press Sec. Addresses Prominent Black Leaders Calling For A Ceasefire
“Hamas could surrender at any time. But they seem willing to jeopardize the lives of innocent civilians. This is what Hamas is doing," said Karine Jean-Pierre.
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WH Press Secretary Doubles Down On Gaza War, Despite Growing Opposition From Black Leaders | The 411
Hours before a pause in fighting was reached between Israel and Hamas, Press Secretary Jean-Pierre joined us to discuss the administration's stance.
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Rep. Robert Garcia Addresses Dean Phillips: ‘He Better Keep The VP’s Name Out Of His Mouth’
Garcia took to X to express fury over Phillips's disrespectful remarks.
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Congressman Jonathan Jackson Speaks Out On Calls For A Ceasefire
"If there's one child's death that could have been avoided, I feel vindicated," said Jonathan Jackson, the son of civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson.
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The Root 100 2023: Black Americans at the Top of Their Game in Politics and STEM
Here's our list of the most influential Black Americans in politics and the sciences.
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GOP Candidates Court Iowa Faith Leader Who Implied Slavery Was Better Than Single-Parenthood
Candidates Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy are in Iowa for a forum held by Bob Vander Plaats, a GOP kingmaker with a history of racist comments.
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Civil Rights Group Asks After DNC Headquarters Clash: Where Was This Smoke For Jan. 6th Rioters?
Police violently clashed with protesters calling for a ceasefire in Gaza outside of the Democratic National Committee headquarters.
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Gayle King Receives Backlash Following Interview With Father of 8-Year-Old Hamas Hostage. Is It Warranted?
The emotional and intense exchange happened Wednesday on CBS Mornings.
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Political Strategist Nina Smith Gets Real About Biden’s Re-Election Chances
The Root sat down with powerhouse political communications strategist Nina Smith to talk all things election for The 411.
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SCOTUS Finally Has New Rules, Will They Actually Rein In Clarence Thomas?
The Supreme Court officially has a new code of conduct. But critics argue it has no teeth to keep misbehaving Justices in line.