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Donald Trump Tries to Dunk on LeBron James, Calls Him Stupid

Donald Trump is too short, too out of shape and possesses hands that are way to small to dunk a basketball. But the President of the United States nevertheless took some time out of his late Friday night to try and slam one home on… … LeBron James? Yes. The very stable genius, who thinks one needs an ID to purchase groceries , jumped on Twitter around midnight and Tweeted the following about the new Los Angeles Lakers star : Lebron James was just interviewed by the dumbest man on television, Don Lemon. He made Lebron look smart, which isn’t easy to do. I like Mike! There are many things to point out about this Tweet. For starters, Lemon interviewed LeBron on Monday night, meaning there are only one of two options here: Trump used TiVo to record the interview and watched it days later. Trump was simply watching CNN, the network he often claims “sucks” and is terrible and is full of “fake news,” when it re-aired the Q&A. Either would be a totally normal thing for the Commander-in-Chief to do, right? Secondly, LeBron James was interviewed by Lemon (along with other outlets) because he just opened a public school in Akron, Ohio. To reiterate: James donated millions and millions of dollars to the I Promise school, an institution for at-risk children in his hometown that will offer: – Free college tuition to the University of Arkon for all graduates. – All students a free uniform, free bicycle and free helmet. – Job assistance and GED training for the parents of all students. – A food pantry for families. – Free breakfast, lunch and snacks for all students. One could easily argue this is the most generous and impressive off-court gesture ever made by a professiona athlete. And THIS is the individual that President Trump has chosen to insult as unintelligent. We wonder why. Yes, James has referred to Trump as a “bum” on Twitter in the past and he also said in June that whichever team won the NBA title would turn down an invitation to visit the White House. But head NBA coaches Steve Kerr and Greg Popovich has been far more critical of Trump. The latter said in March that Trump is a liar and a hypocrite and that he brings out the “dark side of human beings for his own purpose.” Yet Trump has never uttered a negative word about Kerr or Popovich. We really do wonder why. What makes LeBron different from these two other men in his profession. Can anyone out there help explain it to us? In his CNN interview, James discussed the impact of sports and how it brings people together, contrasting this experience with the way Trump uses “sports to kinda divide us.” A great example of this would be Trump’s constant bashing of NFL players for being unpatrotic because they are protesting violence against African-Americans by taking a knee during the national anthem. “Sports has never been something that divides people,” James told Lemon. “It’s always been something that brings someone together.” A few months ago, LeBron expounded further on Trump’s self-centered and misguided attitude toward… everything and everyone. “He doesn’t understand the power that he has for being the leader of this beautiful country,” James said. “He doesn’t understand how many kids, no matter the race, look up to the president of the United States for guidance, for leadership, for words of encouragement. “He doesn’t understand that, and that’s what makes me more sick than anything, that we have someone that’s … this is the most, this is the No. 1 position in the world.” In his viral Tweet above, Trump said he likes Mike, very likely making a reference to Michael Jordan in the debate for who is the best basketball player of all-time. The world now waits to see if Jordan will chime in with his opinion of the President. It also now waits to see if Trump will get impeached for being a traitor.

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Black Valedictorian BANNED From Giving Speech At Graduation By “Problematic” Principal Gets Support From Rochester Mayor

Nazar Abbas Photography/Getty Images Valedictorian Denied Chance To Give Graduation Speech By Biased Principal Jaisaan Lovett graduated from Rochester, NY’s University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men (an all-male charter school serving grades 7-12)as the valedictorian last month, with a full scholarship to Clark Atlanta University. He is the school’s first black valedictorian BUT his principal Joseph Munno refused to let him deliver a graduation speech. Fortunately Rochester’s Mayor Lovely Warren made sure that Lovett had a platform to deliver his speech — the City’s official YouTube channel. Check it out below: According to the Democrat Chronicle the school board was aware of the situation: In a statement issued late Tuesday, the school said its board of trustees is aware of the matter. “The Board will be reviewing the circumstances regarding what happened and looking into the related guidelines and school policies,” the statement read. “For confidentiality reasons, the school isn’t able to speak about the specifics of this situation. “UPrep wishes Jaision (sic) Lovett, the first black Valedictorian in the school’s four year graduation history, much success as he continues his education at Clark Atlanta University.” Lovett says he’d had numerous issues with Munno during his 6 years at U-Prep, including last year, when he led a five-day student strike after he said the school wouldn’t order needed safety equipment for a lab. “There’s a lot of wrong things that go on at that school, and when I notice it I speak out against it,” he said. “(Munno) is a guy that doesn’t like to be told ‘no.’” Lovett said he was never asked to deliver a valedictorian speech even though past students had done so. When he requested permission to speak anyway, he said Munno denied him. “He didn’t want to see the speech or what it said, nothing,” Lovett said. “He just said no.” Crazy right? Sounds like Jaisaan is learning about haters at an early age. Glad to see he also knows how to lean on powerful allies for support.

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This Historically Black University Will Make History In Medical Marijuana Industry

A historically Black university in Louisiana is trying to make its mark in the medical marijuana industry. Southern University and Agricultural and Medicinal College in Baton Rouge will launch a medical marijuana program after a contract with Advanced Biomedics, a Louisiana-based company specializing in pharmaceutical-grade marijuana products, was approved on Friday (May 25). The move will make the HBCU the first to start a program about legalized cannabis, WAFB , a Baton Rouge news source, reported. “This is a momentous event,” Bobby R. Phills , chancellor of the Southern University Agricultural Center and dean of the school’s College of Agricultural, Family and Consumer Sciences, said in a news release. “We are extremely excited to be able to provide quality medicine for the citizens of Louisiana.” Southern University Set to Launch First Medical Marijuana Program https://t.co/WjugGk6MPZ — HBCU Buzz (@HBCUBuzz) May 31, 2018 Southen University has joined the cannabis ranks with Louisiana State University, with both public schools set to cultivate and research marijuana in campus facilities, Mic reported. No other institutions have been designated as legal growers and researchers of medical cannabis in the state, which legalized the substance in 2016 but prohibited recreational use. Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center, which focuses on livestock, farming research and community education, will oversee the program, according to the report. Advanced Biomedics is set to automatically renew its contract with the school for two consecutive five-year periods. The university is set to make a sizeable amount from the marijuana facilities, Phillis added. The Agricultural Research Center will receive $6 million, and Southern will get a $1 million signing bonus with each contract renewal. “This groundbreaking research opportunity will also provide revenue for the University and economic development in North Baton Rouge,” the chancellor said. Southern University’s product will be ready for distribution at Louisiana dispensaries in early 2019. SEE ALSO: Roseanne Barr Blames Wanda Sykes For ABC Cancelling Her Show Watch: Whoopi Goldberg Just Ripped Into Roseanne For Tweeting About Her [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3804430″ overlay=”true”]

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This Historically Black University Will Make History In Medical Marijuana Industry

A historically Black university in Louisiana is trying to make its mark in the medical marijuana industry. Southern University and Agricultural and Medicinal College in Baton Rouge will launch a medical marijuana program after a contract with Advanced Biomedics, a Louisiana-based company specializing in pharmaceutical-grade marijuana products, was approved on Friday (May 25). The move will make the HBCU the first to start a program about legalized cannabis, WAFB , a Baton Rouge news source, reported. “This is a momentous event,” Bobby R. Phills , chancellor of the Southern University Agricultural Center and dean of the school’s College of Agricultural, Family and Consumer Sciences, said in a news release. “We are extremely excited to be able to provide quality medicine for the citizens of Louisiana.” Southern University Set to Launch First Medical Marijuana Program https://t.co/WjugGk6MPZ — HBCU Buzz (@HBCUBuzz) May 31, 2018 Southen University has joined the cannabis ranks with Louisiana State University, with both public schools set to cultivate and research marijuana in campus facilities, Mic reported. No other institutions have been designated as legal growers and researchers of medical cannabis in the state, which legalized the substance in 2016 but prohibited recreational use. Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center, which focuses on livestock, farming research and community education, will oversee the program, according to the report. Advanced Biomedics is set to automatically renew its contract with the school for two consecutive five-year periods. The university is set to make a sizeable amount from the marijuana facilities, Phillis added. The Agricultural Research Center will receive $6 million, and Southern will get a $1 million signing bonus with each contract renewal. “This groundbreaking research opportunity will also provide revenue for the University and economic development in North Baton Rouge,” the chancellor said. Southern University’s product will be ready for distribution at Louisiana dispensaries in early 2019. SEE ALSO: Roseanne Barr Blames Wanda Sykes For ABC Cancelling Her Show Watch: Whoopi Goldberg Just Ripped Into Roseanne For Tweeting About Her [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3804430″ overlay=”true”]

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Real Housewives Of Potomac Ep.9: Robyn Dixon & Monique Samuels Umbrella Fade Pops Off! [Video]

(WENN) Monique Samuels & Robyn Dixon got it popping on #RHOP , just like they were part of the #LHH cast instead of the usual Bravo teams. If we are being honest the drama was entertaining… Turn the pages for all the highlights and previews…

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Remember Her? India Love’s Copious Curve Having Sister Bree Is Modelin’ This Thick-Thigh Friendly Brand

Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images Bree Candace Pursuing Plus Size Modeling Career After starring on a BET reality show, a certain starlet is pursuing a career as a plus model and wearing a curve-friendly brand to do it. Bree Candance (far right) starred on BET’s The Westbrooks with her sisters Crystal, India Love, Morgan and Brooke (not pictured). Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images Now’s she’s passionately pursuing a modeling career and pouring her curves into ‘kinis…. and club dresses. In particular, she’s been rocking Chic & Curvy Boutique where she previously hosted a meet and greet for the affordable pieces designed with thick-thighed beauties in mind. The brand also outfits Alabama State University’s Honey Beez, the plus-size dance troupe that continuously goes viral with their audacious 8-counts. You like? More Chic and Curvy Bree on the flip.

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NBA Tity Boi? See The Footage That Almost Got 2 Chainz Drafted To The League

Source: Jason LaVeris / Getty Apparently when 2 Chainz raps about ballin’, he’s not just talking about spending his millions.   The ATL emcee was once a standout college basketball player who was being considered as a replacement for Penny Hardaway at the University of Memphis.   Tity, whose real name is Tauheed Epps, was also a 4.0 student and star of high school basketball team back in ’95. The flashback footage below is one of the highlight videos that made Chainz a hot commodity for college recruits.   No wonder he’s always spotted grinning while sitting court side at basketball games — it’s a dream come true.   The proud dad is even allowing his young son to follow in his footsteps; when he’s old enough of course:   2 Chainz probably would’ve been a great professional baller, but for our sake — we’re glad he chose to bless us those fire bars instead. via GIPHY    

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Howard University Students Protest School Administration With ‘B*tch Better Have My Money’

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Source: The Washington Post / Getty Howard University students took over the school’s administration building, using one of Rihanna ‘s songs as their battle cry. Howard students are demanding that the school listen to them after the university fired six employees for misappropriating $1 million in financial aid money TMZ.com reports that the students flooded Howard’s administration building on Thursday, blasting B*tch Better Have My Money by Rihanna. Howard students found out employees stole over $1M in financial aid so they took over their Administration building and started singing ‘Bitch Better Have My Money.” pic.twitter.com/760u3TFZwc — Philip Lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) March 29, 2018 Protesters then started to Swag Surf in the Administration building. pic.twitter.com/cKHSnDX2Te — Philip Lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) March 29, 2018 The students not only descended on the office, they also mobilized online to make their demands clear. In the words of Frederick Douglass, “power concedes nothing without a demand.” These are our demands. #StudentPowerHU pic.twitter.com/pnFOefF2KM — #StudentPowerHU (@HUResist) March 26, 2018 There was also a press conference earlier today, where students also held the school’s executive committee’s Board of Trustees responsible for the mishandled funds. They’re asking that the entire board be removed from their roles. Retweeted #StudentPowerHU ( @HUResist ): Press Conference https://t.co/VGCgl6tENG https://t.co/VGCgl6tENG — Rosa A. Clemente (@rosaclemente) March 30, 2018 It seems the students are still camped out at Howard University’s administration building. We would once again like to thank everyone who has supported us this far! As of right now, we are fully stocked on snacks for the night! Right now donations of fans, surge protectors, wings, and pizza would be greatly appreciated! #StudentPowerHU — #StudentPowerHU (@HUResist) March 31, 2018 Meanwhile, Tyrone Hankerson Jr. is speaking out for the first time since being slammed with allegations that he’s directly responsible for nearly half of the missing money. Hankerson, a student who worked in the financial aid office, is accused of embezzling $429,000. “It’s been an extremely difficult time,” Hankerson told Roland Martin . “I am trying to remain optimistic about this, but it has been a challenge–particularly going to class, worrying about safety and welfare concerns.” Hankerson worked in the financial aid office throughout his undergrad years at Howard. From 2011 to 2015, his main job was to work as an assistant the directors of the Financial Aid office. When asked directly about whether he stole money from the school, Hankerson seemed to think it was a ridiculous idea. He believes he’s only been dragged into this as part of a plot to force Dr. Wayne Fredrick out of his position as President of Howard. “I have not embezzeled any money ever, and I have not taken or embezzeled $429,000 from Howard University. That is absolutely false,” he insisted. “The money that was awarded to me was through the discretion of university officials who have the authority to make those decisions.” Including pay he received for working at the school, grants, financial aid and scholarships, Hankerson estimates that he received about $200,000 from Howard University during his undergrad years. RELATED STORIES: All The Viral Moments From Howard’s Homecoming Weekend Howard University Students Protest James Comey’s Convocation Speech Howard University Hit With Lawsuit Claiming Improper Handling Of Sexual Assault Cases

Howard University Students Protest School Administration With ‘B*tch Better Have My Money’

Howard University Students Protest School Administration With ‘B*tch Better Have My Money’

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Source: The Washington Post / Getty Howard University students took over the school’s administration building, using one of Rihanna ‘s songs as their battle cry. Howard students are demanding that the school listen to them after the university fired six employees for misappropriating $1 million in financial aid money TMZ.com reports that the students flooded Howard’s administration building on Thursday, blasting B*tch Better Have My Money by Rihanna. Howard students found out employees stole over $1M in financial aid so they took over their Administration building and started singing ‘Bitch Better Have My Money.” pic.twitter.com/760u3TFZwc — Philip Lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) March 29, 2018 Protesters then started to Swag Surf in the Administration building. pic.twitter.com/cKHSnDX2Te — Philip Lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) March 29, 2018 The students not only descended on the office, they also mobilized online to make their demands clear. In the words of Frederick Douglass, “power concedes nothing without a demand.” These are our demands. #StudentPowerHU pic.twitter.com/pnFOefF2KM — #StudentPowerHU (@HUResist) March 26, 2018 There was also a press conference earlier today, where students also held the school’s executive committee’s Board of Trustees responsible for the mishandled funds. They’re asking that the entire board be removed from their roles. Retweeted #StudentPowerHU ( @HUResist ): Press Conference https://t.co/VGCgl6tENG https://t.co/VGCgl6tENG — Rosa A. Clemente (@rosaclemente) March 30, 2018 It seems the students are still camped out at Howard University’s administration building. We would once again like to thank everyone who has supported us this far! As of right now, we are fully stocked on snacks for the night! Right now donations of fans, surge protectors, wings, and pizza would be greatly appreciated! #StudentPowerHU — #StudentPowerHU (@HUResist) March 31, 2018 Meanwhile, Tyrone Hankerson Jr. is speaking out for the first time since being slammed with allegations that he’s directly responsible for nearly half of the missing money. Hankerson, a student who worked in the financial aid office, is accused of embezzling $429,000. “It’s been an extremely difficult time,” Hankerson told Roland Martin . “I am trying to remain optimistic about this, but it has been a challenge–particularly going to class, worrying about safety and welfare concerns.” Hankerson worked in the financial aid office throughout his undergrad years at Howard. From 2011 to 2015, his main job was to work as an assistant the directors of the Financial Aid office. When asked directly about whether he stole money from the school, Hankerson seemed to think it was a ridiculous idea. He believes he’s only been dragged into this as part of a plot to force Dr. Wayne Fredrick out of his position as President of Howard. “I have not embezzeled any money ever, and I have not taken or embezzeled $429,000 from Howard University. That is absolutely false,” he insisted. “The money that was awarded to me was through the discretion of university officials who have the authority to make those decisions.” Including pay he received for working at the school, grants, financial aid and scholarships, Hankerson estimates that he received about $200,000 from Howard University during his undergrad years. RELATED STORIES: All The Viral Moments From Howard’s Homecoming Weekend Howard University Students Protest James Comey’s Convocation Speech Howard University Hit With Lawsuit Claiming Improper Handling Of Sexual Assault Cases

Howard University Students Protest School Administration With ‘B*tch Better Have My Money’

Welcome To Camp Ctrl: SZA Releases The New Visual For Her Track, “Broken Clocks” [Video]

SZA’s New Video For “Broken Clocks” Has Arrived SZA has been killing the visuals for various tracks on her album Ctrl , and the latest one to be released is for one of the most beloved songs of the project, “Broken Clocks.” SZA and Dave Free–who is the President of Top Dawg Entertainment–directed the video together, and both teased it’s release on Thursday ahead of it’s release a few hours later.   The visual for “Broken Clocks” features SZA and a group of others (including Schoolboy Q) at “Camp Ctrl” doing things like jumping into the lake and roasting marshmallows. You can peep the whole video below.   Continue reading