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By Mona Austin The Trump Administration is under fire for allegedly using $1.5 million in taxpayer dollars on propagandized political ads that promote Pres, Donald Trump's record. The White House press office has defended the three ads as public service announcements, comparing them to similar campaigns under previous presidents. It is against federal law to spend taxpayer funds on political ads. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung pushed back against criticism Sunday, accusing the news media of spreading false claims about what he called the administration’s “epic Public Service Announcements.” But the ads fail to meet two standards that would qualify them as PSAs As a rule, Public Service Announcements are tagged as a public service message to make a distinction that it is not intended for commercial purposes. Secondly, the purpose or intent of a PSA is to appeal to the public's interest and is required to be apolitical. A PSA also usually has a call to a...

  By a single vote , the U.S. Senate once again rejected a resolution that would have limited President Trump’s authority to engage in military action without congressional approval . This marks the 20th War Powers vote in recent years — and yet another failed attempt by lawmakers to assert congressional oversight over the executive branch’s use of force. The vote was notable for its cross‑party fractures . Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy broke with most of his party and voted in favor of limiting Trump’s war powers. Meanwhile, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman sided with Republicans and voted against the measure, arguing that restricting the president during an active global conflict could undermine national security. His vote drew criticism from progressives who say Congress must reclaim its constitutional authority over war. The resolution would have required Trump to seek congressional approval before expanding military operations, particularly in the Middle East as tensions wit...

  HOUSTON, TX — Cedric Ballard is bringing his powerful message of faith to the screen with the release of the official music video for “He Won’t Fail,” the title track from his inspiring new project, HE WON’T FAIL: THE JOURNEY VOL. II . Now available on YouTube and digital music platforms, the video captures Ballard’s undeniable worship at the heart of the song. The “He Won’t Fail” music video brings the title track to life with an engaging live performance that showcases Ballard’s commanding vocals.  Ballard doesn’t just deliver a performance; he delivers emotion and conviction, declaring that God can be trusted in every season. The “He Won’t Fail” video continues Ballard’s mission of creating music that meets people in real-life moments and points them back to God’s promises. Whether listeners are experiencing a season of waiting, walking through grief, or celebrating a breakthrough, Ballard’s message remains clear: God is faithful. HE WON’T FAIL: THE JOURNEY VOL. II. ...

  In an interview with Lara Trump on Fox News , rap superstar Nicki Minaj reiterated her support for Donald Trump and issued a direct call to young Americans to endorse Republican candidates in the upcoming midterm elections. ​Key Highlights from Minaj's Interview ​Plea to Young Voters ​Minaj emphasized that young people's voices are essential to the nation's political future, advising them to expand their focus beyond presidential contests: ​ "Realize that the only way to have that [a say] is by voting — not just voting for the president, but just voting in all of the local elections," Minaj stated. She concluded with a direct endorsement: "Please, and vote red now." ​Praise for Donald Trump ​Characterizing Trump as "grounded" and "authentic," Minaj highlighted his unscripted style as a main reason for her support: ​ "He brings this candid, unedited vibe to the White House that we've never before seen," Min...

  By a single vote , the U.S. Senate once again rejected a resolution that would have limited President Trump’s authority to engage in military action without congressional approval . This marks the 20th War Powers vote in recent years — and yet another failed attempt by lawmakers to assert congressional oversight over the executive branch’s use of force. The vote was notable for its cross‑party fractures . Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy broke with most of his party and voted in favor of limiting Trump’s war powers. Meanwhile, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman sided with Republicans and voted against the measure, arguing that restricting the president during an active global conflict could undermine national security. His vote drew criticism from progressives who say Congress must reclaim its constitutional authority over war. The resolution would have required Trump to seek congressional approval before expanding military operations, particularly in the Middle East as tensions wit...

A Special Feature by Mona Austin | The Slice News The notion that gospel music originated anywhere other than America is a fallacy — and the historical record deserves to be set straight. Gospel music is uniquely a Black American art form. It was not born in Africa. Though it was created by the descendants of African slaves, its roots are firmly planted in American soil, shaped by the American experience, and documented within the American Christian tradition. According to the Library of Congress, its first recordings emerged from the Black Protestant Christian tradition in the 1930s. No serious student of music history or academic scholar places its origins outside of the United States or detaches it from Black American culture. By definition, gospel music is the marriage of Biblical words and themes with Black folk rhythm and harmonized vocals. From that foundation, it has branched into a rich spectrum of styles — from quartet and choir music to contemporary worship and gospel rap. I...