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Fox News
7 days ago
- Politics
- Fox News
Civil rights group declares 'state of emergency,' pointing at Trump admin
The National Urban League is sounding the alarm, asserting that there is a "state of emergency" in the country. The organization's "State of Black America" report for 2025 titled "State of Emergency: Democracy, Civil Rights, and Progress Under Attack," takes aim at the Trump administration. "Almost daily, since January 20, 2025, the federal government, at the direction of the White House, has set fire to policies and entire departments dedicated to protecting civil and human rights, providing access to an equal education, fair housing, safe and effective healthcare, and ensuring that our democratic process is adhered to across the nation," the report claims. White House spokesman Harrison Fields pushed back in a statement to Fox News Digital. "These so-called civil rights groups aren't advancing anything but hate and division, while the President is focused on uniting our country, improving our economy, securing our borders, and establishing peace across the globe," Fields said in the statement. "This is the same vision for America that a record number of Black Americans supported in the resounding reelection of President Trump. The Democrats have sold out Black voters to appease their base, which consists of illegals, the pronoun police, purple-haired lunatics, and radical anti-Semites." National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial declared in the report, "The notion that we are living through a 'state of emergency' is not rhetorical flourish. It is an honest reckoning with a government increasingly determined to sacrifice its founding principles—equality, liberty, and justice—rather than accept the truth of a diversifying nation and deliver equitable opportunity to all." The report claims that the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department has been twisted "into a tool for political retribution." "Under its new leadership, the Civil Rights Division has been hollowed out and repurposed— transforming from a guardian of justice into a tool for political retribution," the report asserts. "The radicalization of the DOJ is more than bureaucratic rot—it is an existential threat to civil rights enforcement, allowing discrimination to flourish unchecked under the false guise of 'reverse racism.'" The report, which includes House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y. and several other U.S. lawmakers among the list of contributors, speaks favorably about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. "In short, DEI policies don't just level the playing field in education and employment; they fortify democracy itself. By expanding opportunities, ensuring equitable access to information, and creating leadership pipelines, DEI helps guarantee that every American—not just the privileged few— can contribute to the nation's future," the report declares.
Fox News
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Mike Waltz preps for intense showdown with Dems in UN ambassador confirmation hearing and more top headlines
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The Guardian
15-07-2025
- Climate
- The Guardian
Footage shows flood water gushing into New York subway station during heavy rain
Heavy rain swept across parts of the U.S. Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. In New York City, some subway service was suspended while other lines were running with severe delays due to flooding, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
Telegraph
15-07-2025
- Climate
- Telegraph
Watch: Flash flooding and storms lash New York and New Jersey
Heavy rain lashed New York and New Jersey on Monday night, triggering flash floods that shut down subway lines, stranded vehicles and prompted a state of emergency across parts of the US Northeast. A flash flood warning was issued for all five boroughs of New York City, while watches and warnings were also in place across surrounding areas including Baltimore, Newark, New Jersey, and Arlington, Virginia. Some 50 million Americans across the Northeast were under flood watches. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency late on Monday 'due to flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state'. He urged residents to 'stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel', adding 'stay safe, New Jersey', in a post on X. Videos posted online showed floodwaters rushing through streets. One clip captured cars submerged in New Jersey as alarms blared in the background. Flash flooding was reported in Bergen and Union counties, where the National Weather Service warned of 'life-threatening' conditions. Some buses and trains in New Jersey were delayed due to the weather. Meanwhile in New York City, some subway services were suspended or running with severe delays because of heavy rainfall, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said. Footage shared on social media showed water surging into underground stations. One video appeared to show a Manhattan platform completely flooded, with passengers climbing onto train seats to escape the rising water. City officials urged residents to steer clear of flood-prone areas. 'If you live in a basement apartment or low-lying area, be ready to move to higher ground,' New York City Emergency Management said in a post on X. On Staten Island, railway services were suspended in both directions due to flooding. A flood warning was issued for the area which had recorded about 4 to 6 inches (10.2 to 15.2 centimetres) of rain, according to NYC's emergency notification system. At least one water rescue operation was under way in Westchester County, north of New York City. 'At this time, residents are still strongly advised to avoid all travel unless fleeing an area that is subject to flooding, or under an evacuation order,' said Carolyn Fortino, a spokesperson for the county executive. Airports across the East Coast also faced widespread disruption. A total of 1,966 flights were cancelled and more than 10,000 were delayed. Ground stops were issued at LaGuardia and Newark Liberty airports, while John F. Kennedy Airport warned of widespread delays. United Airlines, which has a hub at Newark, said: 'Severe weather conditions are impacting operations at Newark Liberty with a ground stop issued to manage volume and limit congestion.'
Arab News
15-07-2025
- Climate
- Arab News
Heavy rains and flash flooding sweep across US's Northeast
NEW YORK: Heavy rain swept across parts of the US Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. Flash flood watches and warnings were in place in parts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as downpours moved through the region. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to flash flooding and heavy rainfall, advising people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. A video posted to social media by CBS showed flood waters bring a major roadway in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, to a standstill, stranding buses. Some buses and trains in New Jersey were delayed due to flooding. In New York City, some subway service was suspended while other lines were running with severe delays due to flooding, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. New York's emergency services agency wrote on the social platform X that parts of the city and mid-Hudson were getting hit with flash floods. Video posted on social media appears to show water flooding down into a Manhattan subway station, submerging the platform, while passengers inside a train watch. Another photo appears to show passengers standing on a train's seats to avoid the water beginning to soak the floor. Parts of major thoroughfares in New York, such as the northbound lanes of the Saw Mill River Parkway and the Cross Bronx Expressway, were temporarily closed due to flooding and at least one downed tree. Officials in New York's Westchester County were working to rescue people whose vehicles were submerged in water, according to Carolyn Fortino, a spokesperson for the county executive. 'At this time, residents are still strongly advised to avoid all travel unless fleeing an area that is subject to flooding, or under an evacuation order,' she said in an email. A flood warning was also issued for Staten Island, which had seen about 10.2 to 15.2 centimeters (4 to 6 inches) of rain, according to NYC's emergency notification system. Mount Joy, in southeastern Pennsylvania, declared a disaster emergency as more than 17.8 centimeters (7 inches) of rain fell in less than five hours Monday, according to the Fire Department Mount Joy. Some people reported over 1.5 meters (5 feet) of water in their homes and emergency responders made 16 water rescues, although no injuries were reported. 'The declaration enables us to access additional resources to support residents and accelerate recovery efforts,' Borough Emergency Management Coordinator Philip Colvin said in a statement. By Monday evening, the rainfall had lessened and water in Mount Joy had started to recede. In Metuchen, New Jersey, about 54.7 kilometers (34 miles) southwest of New York City, Mayor Jonathan M. Busch, wrote on Facebook that the borough was significantly flooded, but by Monday evening water levels had already receded. 'It looks like the worst of the storm is behind us and thankfully, everyone is safe,' he said.
