Tag: Trump
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Trump Threatens to Veto Democratic Bills After Midterm Election Setback
By George Omagbemi US President Donald Trump has warned that he will use his presidential veto power to reject legislation passed by Democrats following their victories in the November 3 midterm elections, which gave the party control of both chambers of Congress. Speaking during a post-election interview with Fox News, Trump suggested that Democratic lawmakers…
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US Midterm Elections: Democrats Take Control of Senate, House in Major Setback for Trump
By Paul Joseph The Democratic Party has secured control of both chambers of the United States Congress following the 2026 midterm elections, ending the Republican majority in the Senate and House of Representatives and creating a new political challenge for President Donald Trump during the remaining two years of his presidency. The results, projected by…
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Iran Unveils Tehran Billboard Threatening to Kill US President Donald Trump
By George Omagbemi Iran has intensified its anti-American rhetoric after a massive billboard displaying the words “We will kill Trump” was unveiled in Tehran, directly targeting United States President Donald Trump. The billboard, mounted above the busy Enghelab Square on Tuesday, November 3, depicted Trump behind bars with his head bowed, alongside the threatening message…
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Trump Faces Crucial Test As Americans Head To Polls For Midterm Elections
By Paul Joseph Americans are voting in crucial midterm elections that could reshape the balance of power in Congress and deal a major political setback to President Donald Trump, as his Republican Party battles to retain control amid growing public dissatisfaction over economic conditions and the war with Iran. The Tuesday, November 3, elections come…
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Trump attacks Norway over Nobel snub, says Norwegian immigrants are not welcome in US
By George Omagbemi United States President Donald Trump has attacked Norway over his failure to win the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, declaring that he does not want Norwegian immigrants in the United States. Trump made the remarks at a political rally in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday, October 25, where he linked his hostility towards…
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Trump Secures Release Of 74-Year-Old American Jailed In Russia Over Ukraine War
By Paul Joseph Russia has released 74-year-old American citizen Stephen Hubbard after US President Donald Trump reportedly appealed directly to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his freedom, ending his detention following a conviction linked to the war in Ukraine. Hubbard’s release was confirmed during a meeting between Putin and Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, in…
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Trump Finalises First US Deep-Sea Mining Auction Off American Samoa
By George Omagbemi The administration of United States President Donald Trump has finalised plans for the country’s first-ever deep-sea mining lease auction off American Samoa, proceeding despite opposition from local leaders, residents and environmental organisations. The auction will cover approximately 31 million acres of seabed across two areas in the Pacific, with bidding scheduled for…
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Breaking: Trump Sacks White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia
By Paul Joseph US President Donald Trump has fired Katie Zacharia as White House press secretary after just five days in office, following a troubled debut and mounting questions over her professional credentials. The decision came hours after Trump publicly suggested that Zacharia reconsider her position, raising doubts about her suitability for the demanding role…
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Trump Cancels Livestream Of Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution by Firing Squad
By Paul Joseph US President Donald Trump has withdrawn his support for livestreaming the planned execution of former US Army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood military base in Texas. Trump announced the decision on Thursday, saying the execution would proceed as scheduled on December 3, 2026,…
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US Military Weighs ‘Mother of All Bombs’ in Possible Iran Strikes
By George Omagbemi The United States military has reportedly developed new strike plans that could involve using its largest non-nuclear bomb against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities if President Donald Trump orders renewed military operations. CNN reported on Wednesday, citing multiple US officials familiar with the plans, that the options include the GBU-43/B Massive…
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Six Republicans Join Democrats in Urging Trump to Scrap Russia Diesel Deal
By George Omagbemi Twelve United States senators, including six Republicans from President Donald Trump’s party, have urged him to rescind a controversial agreement allowing Russian diesel exports, warning that the arrangement could provide Moscow with additional revenue to finance its war against Ukraine. In a letter dated Tuesday, October 13, the lawmakers argued that allowing…
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Trump Welcomes Xi to White House as US-China Talks Target Trade, AI
By Paul Joseph US President Donald Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House as the two leaders begin high-level discussions on trade, artificial intelligence, technology and security. Xi arrived at the White House on Thursday and was received by Trump and First Lady Melania Trump before the leaders proceeded to talks…