UNITED STATES — Controversial activist and educator Dr. Umar Johnson has made a striking demand for reparations, calling for Black Americans to receive a 25% share of all U.S. revenue generated from natural resources.

In a fiery statement, Dr. Johnson declared:

“I want a 25% cut on all of America’s revenue. Anything America makes money on natural resources. She got gold, she got gas, she got oil, she got water, she got electricity, all that. We want ownership and control of all of that.”

The remarks have sparked intense debate online and across political circles, with critics calling the proposal unrealistic and extreme, while some supporters view it as a powerful assertion of economic justice and historical accountability.

Dr. Johnson, known for his outspoken views on Black empowerment, education, and reparations, has long advocated for systemic changes to address historical injustices. His latest comments focus on resource ownership and economic control rather than one-time payments.

The demand comes amid ongoing national conversations about racial equity, economic disparity, and the legacy of slavery and systemic discrimination. While reparations discussions have gained traction in some political and academic spaces, proposals involving direct revenue shares from natural resources remain highly contentious.

No major political figures or legislative bodies have endorsed Dr. Johnson’s specific 25% demand. Economic experts note that implementing such a policy would face enormous legal, constitutional, and practical challenges.

Dr. Johnson’s statement has nonetheless fueled passionate discussions about wealth redistribution, resource rights, and what meaningful reparations could look like in modern America. As the debate continues, it highlights the deep divisions and strong emotions surrounding America’s racial and economic history.