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Updated · Fox News · Jun 22
Akilah Hughes Warns America May Not Reach 500 Years, Blaming Trump Policies
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 22

Akilah Hughes Warns America May Not Reach 500 Years, Blaming Trump Policies

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 22

Summary

  • Akilah Hughes said on MS NOW that the United States may not survive another 250 years, arguing the country is unlikely to "make it to 500" on its current path.
  • Hughes blamed the Trump administration for what she called a "concerted effort" to erase history, weaken public education and public works, and privatize core functions.
  • Aminatou Sow, appearing on the same panel, partly agreed with the pessimism but said New Yorkers' resilience showed the country still had the energy to endure.
  • The remarks come as debate over America’s 250th anniversary intensifies ahead of July 4, with a Reuters/Ipsos poll finding 64% of Republicans and 27% of Democrats plan to display a U.S. flag.

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