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Natasha Akpoti’s Claims Under Scrutiny as Former Governor Fayemi Files Senate Petition

In recent weeks, the name Natasha Akpoti—also known as Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan—has been widely discussed in the political arena. The controversy began when she made serious claims of s£xual harassment against Senate President Goodluck Akpabio. These claims have since taken a new turn after former Ekiti State Governor, Chief Kayode Fayemi, stepped forward with a petition. […]

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Key Takeaways from Trump’s Address to Congress

On March 4, 2025, President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. His speech, which lasted nearly one hour and forty minutes, was a mix of policy updates, political attacks, and campaign-style rhetoric. Trump’s address to Congress highlighted his administration’s rapid changes, focusing on tariffs, government efficiency,

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What Time Is President Trump’s Speech Tonight? How to Watch and What to Expect from His Address to Congress

President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first joint congressional address since starting his second term. The speech, scheduled for 9 p.m. ET on March 4, 2025, will take place in the U.S. House chamber. The White House has announced that the theme of his address is “The Renewal of the American Dream.” The

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Elissa Slotkin to Deliver Democratic Rebuttal Following Trump Speech

Elissa Slotkin, Michigan’s newly elected senator and former CIA analyst, is set to deliver the Democratic Party’s response to President Donald Trump’s address to Congress. Slotkin, 48, secured a competitive Senate seat in November and now has the opportunity to present the Democratic perspective on national issues. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Slotkin

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Trump Introduces $5M ‘Gold Card’ Visa for Wealthy Immigrants

President Donald Trump has announced a new immigration initiative called the “gold card,” aimed at attracting wealthy foreign investors to the United States. For a $5 million investment, individuals can obtain lawful permanent residency, with a pathway to citizenship. This program is set to launch in approximately two weeks and is intended to replace the

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Maine Governor to Trump: ‘See You in Court’ Over Transgender Athletes Ban

Maine Governor Defies Trump’s Order on Transgender Athletes, Prepares for Legal Battle Maine Governor Janet Mills has made it clear that she will not back down from President Donald Trump’s demand to ban transgender athletes from competing in girls’ sports. Trump has warned that if Maine refuses to follow his executive order, the state could

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Deported and Detained: Migrants Sent to Panama Under New U.S. Policy

People from different parts of the world arrived at the U.S. border, hoping to seek asylum. Instead of being given a chance, they were detained, placed in chains, and flown by the U.S. military to Panama, a country far from their intended destination. According to the migrants, their passports and most of their cell phones

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‘Not My President’s Day’ Protests Held in LA and Across the Nation

Protests in Los AngelesA large protest, known as Not My President’s Day, took place in Los Angeles on Monday. Organized by the 50501 Movement, the demonstrations aimed to challenge what organizers call “anti-democratic and unlawful actions” by the Trump administration. Nationwide DemonstrationsSimilar protests were planned in all 50 states, with major events happening in Washington,

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