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Black Protesters In NYC Charged With Felonies More Than White Protestors, Data Shows
Between May 28th and June 7th – the height of recent Black Lives Matter Protests in New York City, the NYPD arrested over 2,000 protestors. Of these arrests, white people made up about 44%, while black people made up about 39%. Despite these similar numbers, data released by New York State’s Office of the Attorney General reveals that 16% of the black arrestees were charged with a felony, compared to just 3% of white people.
Latinx people made up about 13% of the arrests with approximately 8% being hit with felonies.
One public defender’s organization in Manhattan also found that, between May 29 and June 6, only 5% of the 72 people arraigned in “protest-related cases” were white. Almost 70% of those 72 arraignments involved third-degree burglary charges, a nonviolent felony with a maximum sentence of seven years in prison.
“The only folks who were being held were the kids of color, who were being charged with these ridiculous, trumped-up felony cases. And that was just really, really enraging,” said Jessica Heyman, an attorney for the New York County Defender Services.
Furthermore, the Manhattan DA’s office released data confirming that most of its protest arraignments were of non-white people. Among the 484 people arraigned between May 28 and June 4 for “protest and ‘looting’ related cases,” only 30 (6%) were white.
Black people made up about 71% of those arraignments while Hispanic people made up another 20%. About 430 of those arraignments involved felonies, most frequently third-degree burglary.
As black protestors are being arrested and hit with these trumped-up charges, the NYPD is continuing to be hit with several allegations of excessive force, mistreatment of essential workers and detentions of neutral legal observers, fueling calls to defund or entirely abolish the force.
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Kanye West Declares a ‘John Wick Vendetta’ Against Fashion’s Powerhouses
The famous rapper has stirred up a buzz in classic Kanye West style. On January 20, he sent shockwaves through the internet with an eye-catching Instagram post announcing a big new venture in the fashion world—a daring new chapter for Yeezy women’s clothing. Kanye also made a bold claim about seeking revenge against the big fashion brands he feels have wronged him.
Following a messy breakup with Adidas, filled with demands to remove Yeezy products from its website, Kanye is ready to take on the fashion world head-on. This announcement comes after he started at new Yeezy shoe designs, but he believes the latest women’s clothing line will outshine everything else. He compared his mission to the relentless story of John Wick, suggesting he’s determined to take down any obstacles in his path.
For Yeezy fans, this news is exciting. Kanye’s past women’s designs have received praise for their modern styles and adventurous looks, and they could soon steal the spotlight in his creative world. Kanye has shown he can thrive in challenging situations. His career has been filled with moments that change the game—whether reshaping hip-hop, stepping into high fashion, or influencing streetwear culture.
Many are curious about how this “John Wick Vendetta” will unfold against major players like Adidas, Nike, or Balenciaga—companies he has previously worked with. The stakes are high, but Kanye appears undeterred. As we wait to see how Kanye’s plans come together, one thing is sure: he wants to dominate. The lines between art, fashion, and performance are always blurry in Kanye West’s world.
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Chris Brown Strikes Back: A $500M Legal Battle Against Warner Bros Over Controversial Docuseries
Chris Brown is making headlines with a massive $500 million lawsuit against Warner Bros. and a production company called Ample Entertainment. He says their new docuseries, “Chris Brown: A History of Violence,” is filled with exaggerations about him. This lawsuit, filed on January 21, places Brown at the center of a hot debate about how the media tells stories about public figures.
The docuseries focuses on his troubled past, featuring controversial moments that have shaped how the public views him. However, Brown’s team claims that it goes beyond just telling facts. They argue that it uses misleading claims that hurt his reputation. His legal team feels that the series paints him negatively, ignoring how he has grown since past incidents.
Throughout his career, he has been a celebrated musician, dancer, and figure surrounded by controversy. As of now, Warner Bros. and Ample Entertainment have not responded to the lawsuit. However, this case raises important questions about what filmmakers should and shouldn’t do when telling stories about real people. For Brown, this lawsuit is not just about seeking money; it’s about taking control of how his life story is shared.
He feels frustrated with an entertainment industry that, focuses more on drama than the truth. Reactions to his lawsuit have been mixed. Some supporters argue that the media often emphasizes Brown’s wrongdoings while ignoring his creative contributions. Critics, however, see the lawsuit as an effort to avoid facing honest criticism. As this situation unfolds, it’s clear that Chris Brown is not just after $500 million; he’s also fighting for how his life story is perceived. Whether he will win this battle remains uncertain, but it is already creating discussions about the influence of the media.
