Tezlyn breaks down why Elon Musk is stepping back from his White House role after realizing you can't run #government like a business. She's calling out all the influencers telling people to just "do for self" and ignore politics completely. The reality is government affects everything you do, from starting a business to paying taxes, so you need to understand how it works. Tezlyn shares her own experience as both a business owner and political insider, and she's launching a training program to teach people how to actually make change happen. She highlights success stories like Kristi Williams in Oklahoma who's fighting book bans with Black History Saturdays. Bottom line: stop making excuses and start getting involved in the political process at every level Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tezlyn Figaro breaks down shocking news that the #Trump administration's Department of Justice is moving to drop #policereform agreements in Minneapolis and Louisville - the very cities where #GeorgeFloyd and Breonna Taylor were killed by police. These consent decrees, born from the 2020 uprisings, addressed systematic unconstitutional policing and civil rights violations. With over 100 cities approving police reforms since George Floyd's murder, this reversal marks a significant step backward in the fight for justice. Tezlyn challenges you to recognize this isn't just coincidence but a deliberate rollback happening during the same week George Floyd was murdered. She urges communities to take action at the local and state level, asking the critical question: was 2020 just a moment, or will we make it a movement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tezlyn Figaro Breaks Down Critical Impacts of Trump Administration's Sweeping Cuts to Rental Assistance Programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tezlyn Figaro breaks down the major price increases hitting #Shein and #Temu shoppers as of May 2nd, 2025, due to new #tariffs closing the de minimis loophole for Chinese imports. See why both the Trump and Biden administrations targeted these low value packages, with the Trump administration bringing up fentanyl trafficking concerns. Tez explains how these changes are already doubling prices on existing orders and gives strategies for navigating higher costs, including looking for Temu's "local goods" already warehoused in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#TezlynFigaro breaks down the critical information about the Department of Education beginning involuntary collections on defaulted student loans starting May 5th. With $1.6 trillion in student debt affecting 42.7 million borrowers, approximately 5.3 million people could face wage garnishments this summer. Tez explains recent changes to income driven repayment plans following court battles and provides advice for borrowers to avoid default. Please check your email notifications, contact loan servicers, and submit necessary paperwork for payment plans based on income. Don't let the government choose wage garnishment for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful segment, Tezlyn Figaro exposes how the National Park Service attempted to replace Harriet Tubman's story on their Underground Railroad webpage with messaging about "Black and white cooperation." She breaks down how anonymous NPS employees alerted the Washington Post, forcing the agency to restore the original content about resistance to enslavement. This commentary reminds us why Black owned media like REVOLT News remains critical in telling our stories authentically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode of REVOLT News, Tezlyn Figaro addresses the critical economic situation as over 280,000 Americans have lost their jobs, with 300,000 Black Americans potentially facing unemployment. She challenges content creators who promote complacency and calls for community action beyond individual "do for self" mentalities. This urgent call to action reminds viewers that while entertainment has its place, we must remain aware of our community's struggles and become each other's keepers during these challenging times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of REVOLT News, host Tezlyn Figaro dives into DoorDash’s new "buy now, pay later" option with Klarna, calling it predatory lending that exploits those struggling with food insecurity—affecting 47 million Americans. She unpacks the realities of food deserts and the potential loss of free lunch programs if the Department of Education is dismantled, urging viewers to engage in local politics. We also honors Kristi Williams, a Tulsa native preserving Black history through Black History Saturdays despite Oklahoma’s book bans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this powerful episode of REVOLT News, Tezlyn Figaro confronts the viral story of a 4-year-old boy calling police over ice cream and exposes the dangerous distractions masking Wisconsin’s systemic racism. Connecting the “feel good” narrative to Botham Jean’s murder by an off-duty officer, Tez unveils shocking stats: Wisconsin’s Black imprisonment rates, police violence spikes, and stark income gaps. Why does media amplify ice cream stories but silence victims like Airman Fortson or Botham Jean? Tezlyn challenges viewers to focus beyond viral moments and fight for Martin’s Dream. Stay vigilant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Tezlyn Figaro breaks down the fallout from President Trump’s joint address, where he announced a "big freeze" on federal hiring, new regulations, and foreign aid, while ending diversity, equity, and inclusion policies across government and beyond. Black farmers, including John Boyd Jr. of the National Black Farmers Association, expressed alarm, stating Trump’s unpredictable moves threaten their livelihoods. Republicans cheered as Trump declared English the official U.S. language and outlined strict social policies, like banning men from women’s sports. Democrats protested, with Congressman Al Green standing firm against Medicaid cuts. Meanwhile, sanctuary city mayors faced a fiery six-hour House hearing, clashing with GOP lawmakers over immigration policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices