The State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) is bringing renewed national attention to the growing issue of government fraud, waste and abuse, backed by new findings and firsthand testimony before Congress. SFOF President and CEO Dr. OJ Oleka recently appeared before the House Oversight Committee to outline the scale of the problem and the urgent need for reform.

Dee Dee Bass Wilbon, Winona Coles, Kay Coles James, Pat Ware and Deana Bass Williams at Bass Bonded Publishing's Remember the Ladies Luncheon. WASHINGTON / April 1, 2026 / BPALiveWire - Bass Bonded Publishing hosted a luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., to mark the 250th anniversary of Abigail Adams’ famous “Remember the Ladies” letter, a defining document of the American Revolution that continues to resonate today. Adams, part of one of America’s foundi

The Veterans Health & Wellness Foundation held its Annual Awards Gala, A Serenade for Strength: Honoring Her Service, Healing Her Journey, on Tuesday at the Music Center at the Strathmore. The event brought together veterans, community leaders, caregivers and supporters for an evening of recognition, music and reflection focused on the service and unique challenges faced by the nation’s growing population of female veterans.

Dr. Alveda King shares with women agri leaders. Washington / March 20 / BPALiveWire - On March 17, The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hosted Celebrating America’s Women in Agriculture to highlight its steadfast commitment to putting farmers first and advancing practical, farmer-centered priorities that strengthen American agriculture and public health. Under Secretary Brooke Rollins, USDA has focused on empowering producers by enhancing profitability, market expansion

*** Free to Share on Your Media Platforms*** Trump Administration Officials and a Delegation of National Black Chamber leaders and CEOs at the White House. WASHINGTON, March 16, 2026 /BPALiveWire/  -- A national delegation of Black business leaders convened in Washington last week for high-level meetings organized through the National Black Chamber of Commerce National Business Policy Conference, in partnership with the National Alliance for Black Business. The delegation sec

Texas families now have a powerful new opportunity to shape their children’s education through the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program, an initiative designed to expand access to learning options and put parents firmly in the driver’s seat.

WASHINGTON / March 11, 2026 / BPALiveWire — The Frederick Douglass Foundation has announced a national writing contest inviting students across the United States to submit original essays inspired by the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass. The contest encourages students to explore themes such as freedom, responsibility, and the enduring impact of Douglass’ work on American society. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their writing skills and engage with ide

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins joined leaders from the nation’s 1890 historically Black land-grant universities March 4 for the signing of a renewed memorandum of understanding with the Council of 1890 University Presidents aimed at strengthening agricultural education and workforce development.

Bass Bonded Publishing honors works of Phillis Wheatley Today, February 28, marks an extraordinary moment in American history. On this day 250 years ago, General George Washington wrote a letter  to Phillis Wheatley, one of the first published African American poets. In October 1775, Wheatley, an enslaved African woman with remarkable literary talent, wrote to Washington and enclosed a poem  she had composed in his honor. Her words reflected her engagement with the revolution

Conservative commentator Armstrong Williams described his recent interview with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as one of the most candid and riveting of his career, highlighting Kennedy's commitment to unfiltered truth-telling.

This week in 1838, a sitting congressman killed a fellow lawmaker in a duel leading Congress to ban dueling in the nation’s capital.

CHICAGO / February 17, 2026 / BPALiveWire - The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader who worked closely with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., founded influential social justice organizations and twice sought the Democratic presidential nomination, died Tuesday in Chicago. He was 84. His family and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition said Jackson died peacefully Tuesday morning surrounded by family after a long illness. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2017,

Again initiative, I am encouraged by the growing momentum behind policies aimed at addressing America’s housing shortage. Efforts such as investing in Opportunity Zones, excluding building materials from tariffs, and reducing burdensome local regulations are essential to increasing the supply of affordable single-family homes.

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown says his office has uncovered a suspected health care fraud scheme that targeted Native Americans in tribal communities and generated tens of millions of dollars in improper Affordable Care Act claims.

The Frederick Douglass Foundation (FDF) is honored to announce its designation as an America250 Supporting Partner as the nation prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

We The Free: The New Streaming Platform for Firearms, Action, and Unfiltered Content. In a bold push to capture younger audiences and dominate digital media, the National Rifle Association has partnered with We the Free, a fast-rising streaming platform that promises adrenaline-pumping entertainment centered on gun ownership, tactical expertise, and unapologetic American freedoms.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kurt Pfotenhauer, a distinguished leader in the title and mortgage industries and a valued member of the First American team.

The National Black Pro-Life Union successfully hosted a private screening of the powerful biographical drama “Pardon Me: The Bevelyn B. Williams Story” on Jan. 21, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The event drew attendees to celebrate the remarkable journey of pro-life activist Bevelyn Beatty Williams and to highlight the ongoing battle for the rights of the unborn.The film, directed by Josh Webber and starring Angela White (formerly known as Blac Chyna).

At a time when clarity, courage, and principled leadership are urgently needed, Ladies Who Lead E(xx)change invites women from across the country to gather for a meaningful day of conversation, connection, and leadership formation rooted in faith, family, and public responsibility.

The National Black Pro-Life Union will host a private screening of the powerful biographical drama Pardon Me: The Bevelyn B. Williams Story, highlighting the inspiring journey of pro-life activist Bevelyn Beatty Williams.