chaka fattah

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah was sentenced Monday to a 10-year prison term by a judge who said he was “astonished” that a veteran legislator would steal government and charity funds to pay his son’s debts and buy a vacation home. Fattah, a Democrat who was born into a family of black […]

06/22/16 –  Roland Martin talks to Philadelphia based WURD-AM political correspondent Vincent Thompson about the Rep. Chaka Fattah’s recent conviction on racketeering charges. Like BlackAmericaWeb.com on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter. (Photo: AP)

Pennsylvania Congressman Chaka Fattah has spent over 30 years in politics. His accomplishments are endless, but he talks exclusively to “The Russ Parr Morning Show” about his most proudest moments. Listen to the audio player to hear about his best work not only in the city of Philadelphia, but across the nation. Plus, find out […]

Hear the first installment of the Reality Radio with Cathy Hughes’ “Living History” segment, featuring Chaka Fattah here   In the Philadelphia area, Congressman Chaka Fattah is a household name. Elected to the Pennsylvania State House at age 27, Fattah, now 57, has long been known for his support for African-Americans, the working class and […]

You may not know Chaka Fattah but you should. Fattah has helped more than 25 million individuals through programs and initiatives he has created since…

Here’s how Congressman Chaka Fattah is making Living History Congressman Chaka Fattah is a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. This committee is responsible for setting spending priorities of over $1 trillion in annual discretionary funds. Congressman Fattah is Ranking Member (senior Democrat) on the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and related agencies (CJS). […]

Roland Martin talks with Congressman Chaka Fattah about President Barack Obama’s immigration reform proposal.