Investigation into Mayor Brandon Johnson over Allegations of Race-Based Discrimination

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Mayor Brandon Johnson over allegations of race-based discrimination in his hiring practices. President Trump has been targeting Johnson, a progressive mayor, for his emphasis on hiring Black officials. Johnson's administration is facing scrutiny for potential violations of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

CROWN Act Reintroduction to Ban Hair Discrimination

The CROWN Act is being reintroduced by Democratic lawmakers to ban discrimination based on hairstyle or hair texture. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the legislation into law, which aims to end race-based hair discrimination in schools and workplaces for Black Americans and other communities of color.