Andrew Jacked wins 2025 FIBO

Andrew Jacked WINS the 2025 FIBO and becomes eligible for the Mr. Olympia.

FIBO Championships Top-5

1. Andrew Jacked

2. Sasan Heirati

3. Sergio Oliva Jr.

4. Justin Musiol

5. Josef Kveton

Andrew Jacked REACTS To Winning 2025 FIBO

LDF Denounces House Passage of SAVE Act

The Legal Defense Fund (LDF) urges the U.S. Senate to reject the misleadingly entitled “Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act”, a disastrous, discriminatory, inefficient, and unnecessary bill passed by the House that would disenfranchise millions of eligible voters and upend Congress’ historic role of protecting the freedom to vote rather than suppressing it.

The SAVE Act would effectively eliminate online voter registration and severely curtail voter registration drives, methods that millions of Americans rely upon every year to register to vote or update their registrations. The SAVE Act also requires every would-be voter to arrive in person at their local elections office with the original copy of a birth certificate, passport, or naturalization certificate in order to register to vote.

These requirements create especially harsh barriers to political participation for Black people, people of color, married people who have changed their names, rural voters, poor people, and others who may have difficulty obtaining a passport or birth certificate. Only half of the total population and only a third of Black people hold valid U.S. passports, while nearly half of all Black Americans under 30 do not have a license with their current name and address. That’s not to mention the nearly 70 million Americans who have taken a spouse’s last name that may not match the name on their birth certificate.

The law would also undercut voter registration drives, which have been essential for mobilizing political participation in Black communities. If adopted, this would be an especially troubling effect as racial disparities in voter turnout have grown in the past decade.

Legal Defense Fund President and Director-Counsel Janai S. Nelson issued the following statement in response to the House’s vote on the SAVE Act:

“The SAVE Act erects a discriminatory barrier to the ballot while pretending to ‘solve’ a problem that does not exist. Its true purpose, rooted in fear of the multiracial democracy the United States can and must become, is to limit access to the ballot and stifle the political power of our increasingly diverse electorate. It’s a misnomer to call this bill the SAVE Act when it would cause nothing but harm to Black communities, rural communities, and so many others who would be stripped of their right to vote if it becomes law.

We urge lawmakers to reject this catastrophic bill and to rightfully turn their attention to advancing proposals that protect our fundamental right to have a voice in free and fair elections.”

National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.® Joint Statement Opposing Censorship of the National Museum of African American History and Culture

The Council of Presidents of the National Pan Hellenic Council® (NPHC®), representing the nine historically Black Greek-lettered Organizations and more than 2.5 million members worldwide, strongly opposes any attempt to censor, distort, or dismantle the telling of America's full and inclusive history. Efforts to withhold funding from the Smithsonian complex, especially the National Museum of African American History and Culture, threaten not only a vital educational resource but also the very integrity of our national narrative.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture serves as a cornerstone in the preservation and celebration of African American history and culture. This history is American history. From slavery to civil rights to the cultural innovations that continue to shape the world, the museum ensures these stories are not forgotten, denied, or politicized.

NPHC® also commends the outstanding leadership of Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III. As the founding director of the museum and the first African American Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Secretary Bunch has championed the power of historical truth to unite, educate, and heal. His dedication to scholarship, accessibility, and equity has elevated the Smithsonian mission and broadened its relevance to all Americans.

The NPHC® was founded on May 10, 1930, at Howard University in Washington, DC.  The purpose of the NPHC® is to foster cooperative actions of its members in dealing with matters of mutual concern. Thus, NPHC® promotes the well-being of its affiliate fraternities and sororities, facilitates the establishment and development of local councils of the NPHC®, which collaboratively work together across the United States and provides leadership training for its constituents. We believe that knowledge uplifts communities, empowers individuals, and strengthens democracy. Secretary Bunch continues in that tradition and reminds us that museums are not merely repositories of the past. They are tools for building a better future.

The NPHC® calls on policymakers, educators, and citizens across the country to reject false narratives that seek to divide us. We must support institutions that honor our collective past and protect our shared future. The National Museum of African American History and Culture plays a vital role in that mission, and we will continue to advocate for its preservation and advancement.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated® (NPHC®) is currently composed of nine (9) International Greek letter Sororities and Fraternities: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.®, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Iota Phi Theta® Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi® Fraternity, Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. For more information, visit www.nphchq.com.

NBCA Hall of Fame Extends Nominations Deadline for 40th Annual Hall of Fame Induction and Legacy of Leaders Awards

The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. (NBCAHOF) is thrilled to announce the extended nomination deadline for the 40th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Legacy of Leaders Awards, taking place during Hall of Fame Week, September 21–28, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Due to overwhelming interest and the historic significance of this year's celebration, the new nomination deadline is April 15, 2025.

This milestone 40th anniversary honors four decades of excellence, leadership, and legacy across Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). We are calling on HBCU alumni, presidents, chancellors, alumni affairs directors, and alumni association leaders to submit nominations for two powerful opportunities to uplift those who continue to make an impact:

Hall of Fame Inductions

The Hall of Fame Inductions honor individuals affiliated with HBCUs or Predominately Black Institutions (PBIs) who have made outstanding cultural, educational, or economic contributions to the Black community. This prestigious recognition celebrates those who have paved the way, uplifted others, and demonstrated excellence in their fields.

View over 300 past inductees and see how they've shaped our legacy at www.nbcahof.org.

Legacy of Leaders

The Legacy of Leaders Awards recognize unsung heroes—alumni leaders, chapters, and national alumni associations—who have demonstrated unwavering commitment, vision, and integrity in service to their institutions and communities. Nominations should reflect impact, leadership, and legacy.

Help Us Spread the Word

Whether you're a proud alum, part of an alumni chapter, or simply passionate about uplifting our stories—now is the time to nominate and celebrate those who deserve to be seen and honored. This is more than a ceremony; it's a tribute to the changemakers who carry the spirit of HBCUs forward.

Nomination Deadline: April 15, 2025
Submit nominations and learn more at: www.nbcahof.org

Let's make the 40th year the most powerful one yet.
Honor the past. Celebrate the present. Inspire the future.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL BLACK COLLEGE ALUMNI HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION, INC.

The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing and honoring outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions in their fields of expertise and have emerged from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Through scholarships, the Hall of Fame Inductee Awards Gala and community outreach programs, the foundation supports the educational aspirations and achievements of HBCU students while preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of these esteemed institutions. For more information about the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation and its upcoming events and initiatives, please visit our website at www.nbcahof.org

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Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver announcement at NAN Convention on companies NAN will boycott for abandoning DEI

Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), tomorrow will announce what company NAN will boycott during his President’s Address on the final day of the organization’s annual convention in New York City. The long-awaited decision follows Rev. Sharpton’s vow earlier this year to review and identify a company that has abandoned its commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.


“As Donald Trump returned to office on King Day, vowing to attack the very things Dr. King fought for, NAN made a promise across Washington to use our buying power to fight back,” said Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of NAN. “On Saturday, we will send a message to those who abandoned us that we will abandon them. As we make this stand against those who abandoned DEI, NAN will continue to support the companies that stand by the policy.”


Rev. Sharpton announced the planned boycott at a NAN MLK Day Rally at the Metropolitan AME Church in Washington, D.C. His address coincided with the second inauguration of Donald Trump just a few miles away, during which the president alluded to forthcoming attacks on DEI. In the hours, days, and weeks after, Trump issued a storm of executive orders to gut DEI within the federal government, while also putting immense pressure on the private sector to do the same.


Rev. Sharpton called for a 90-day review of what companies had abandoned DEI, their Black customer base, and their profit margins. As that review happened, Rev. Sharpton and NAN continued to support companies that stood by their DEI commitments — recognizing the moral and long-term financial benefits. For instance, Rev. Sharpton led NAN members to shop at Costcos in East Harlem and in New Jersey after the company announced it was standing by its DEI policies.


WHO:
Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder, National Action Network


WHEN:
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Press call: 9:30
Remarks: 10 a.m.


WHERE:
Sheraton Times Square
Metropolitan East Ballroom, 2nd Floor
811 7th Avenue and 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019