Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

Former President Trump's statements threatening to 'end civilization' in Iran and subsequent claims of a two-week ceasefire (which Iran denied) led to bipartisan calls for the invocation of the 25th Amendment. Politicians like Senator Chris Murphy and Representatives Ro Khanna and Ilhan Omar deemed his actions 'unhinged' and a 'blatant violation of our Constitution and the Geneva Conventions.' Even some Republicans, like former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green, expressed concern, though the host criticized figures like Megan Kelly and Marco Rubio for their perceived hypocrisy in condemning Trump after previously supporting him.

Connecticut US Senator Chris Murphy tweeted about calling constitutional lawyers for the 25th Amendment. California US Representative Ro Khanna called for Trump's removal for 'threatening war crimes.' Ilhan Omar and Sylvia Garcia echoed these calls. Megan Kelly, previously a Trump supporter, expressed disgust over his threats. The host, Roland Martin, and guest Brian Shapiro criticized these individuals for their past support of Trump.

The perceived war in Iran is significantly impacting the American economy, potentially driving the country into a recession. Consumers are experiencing rising prices for essential goods like gas and food. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz affects not only oil but also other product supplies. The housing market is also slowing down, with increased interest rates and rising costs for building supplies.

Jamie Diamond of JP Morgan Chase and others have discussed the impact on the American economy. Fertilizer prices increased by 40% for farmers. Airlines, like Delta, are increasing baggage fees due to rising fuel costs. Interest rates for housing have gone up by 0.5% to 1% since the conflict began.

The housing affordability crisis in America is exacerbated by Wall Street landlords like Blackstone and Invitation Homes, who are buying up residential properties with cash. This practice 'steals the dream of affordable home ownership,' particularly from minority communities and those subjected to systemic racism. There is a bipartisan consensus on the existence of a housing crisis, but a lack of concrete solutions from both political parties to address corporate ownership of residential properties.

Bruce Marks, CEO of Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA), states that Wall Street landlords are 'stealing the dream of affordable home ownership.' He mentions a NACA event in Atlanta where 9,000 homebuyers attended, highlighting the demand. He notes that both Donald Trump and Senator Elizabeth Warren have expressed interest in preventing corporate landlords, but legislation has not progressed. NACA offers a 'best in America mortgage' with no down payment, no closing costs, no fees, and a 5.5% fixed rate regardless of credit score.

On April 8th, 1974, Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's career home run record, hitting his 715th home run. This achievement came amidst intense racism, death threats, and a lack of enjoyment for Aaron, who required armed security. Beyond baseball, Aaron became a highly successful businessman and entrepreneur in Atlanta, owning multiple restaurants and an automobile business. He emphasized the importance of opportunity, a level playing field, and treating people right in business. His career, alongside other Black athletes like Jackie Robinson and Curt Flood, paved the way for future generations and highlighted the link between athletic success and civil rights advancement.

Aaron broke Babe Ruth's record on April 8, 1974. His mother feared a sniper attack during the game. He received massive amounts of racist letters and death threats. He started his business career after meeting Frank Bott of Church's Chicken, eventually owning 25-30 restaurants and an automobile business. Aaron earned $5,000/year in his early career and $200/month in the Negro League. He supported Colin Kaepernick's protests, stating Kaepernick was getting a 'raw deal' and deserved a chance to play.

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