Trump-Ordered Citizenship Lists for Voting Are Likely Unreliable, Justice Dept. Says

At a court hearing over a presidential order seeking to exert more control over elections, a government lawyer said no “responsible state” should rely on the lists to update their voter rolls.

By Zach Montague and Adam Sella

GOP-Led House Ties on Halting Iran War as Opposition Mounts - Bloomberg.com

GOP-Led House Ties on Halting Iran War as Opposition Mounts  Bloomberg.com

McMaster revives Trump-backed push to oust Biden kingmaker from Congress

Gov. Henry McMaster calls South Carolina special legislative session on redistricting amid GOP infighting and Trump pressure to oust Rep. Clyburn.

Dems demand Lutnick resign over Epstein interview: 'You lied'

The White House said in February that President Donald Trump, who has also faced scrutiny over his relationship to Epstein, continues to stand behind Lutnick.

Trump planned to start work on giant arch by piggybacking it on another unrelated project over a mile away, report says

The move would avoid the usual bidding process, which is designed to ensure transparency and competitive pricing

By Josh Marcus

Trump: China's President Xi Pledged Not to Supply Iran With Military Equipment - Haaretz

Trump: China's President Xi Pledged Not to Supply Iran With Military Equipment  Haaretz

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers - The Straits Times

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers  The Straits Times

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

The House voted 212 to 212 on the war powers resolution, meaning it failed because it needed a majority to pass, despite more Republicans backing the effort.

Stefanou says Akel open to House speaker bid after elections

Akel boss Stefanos Stefanou said on Thursday that Akel does not rule out seeking the role of House speaker after the parliamentary elections, while insisting that political offices are not an end in themselves for the party. Speaking during a press conference, the secretary-general outlined the party’s legislative record over the past five years and […]

Ahead of Day 2 talks with Xi, Trump says he hopes US-China ties will be 'stronger and better'

The two leaders are set to wrap up a two-day state visit following a stark warning from Xi that mishandling the Taiwan issue could push US-China relations to "a very dangerous place".

2027: Tinubu calls for unity, as APC begins nationwide primaries on Saturday

President Tinubu also charged governors, APC executives and other influential figures within the party to ensure fairness throughout the process and provide all aspirants with a level playing field. The post 2027: Tinubu calls for unity, as APC begins nationwide primaries on Saturday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Sharon Eboesomi

Saleh Mamman’s conviction: Is karma coming for others?

Former Minister Saleh Mamman’s 75-year sentence for N33.8bn fraud raises questions. Is this a turning point in the fight against Nigerian corruption? Read More: https://punchng.com/saleh-mammans-conviction-is-karma-coming-for-others/

By Punch Newspapers

Owo/Ose APC youths tell Arowele: Stop playing victim over candidacy issues

—- Says no one is above the law By Dayo Johnson Akure A group known as Concerned APC Youths in Owo/Ose Federal Constituency has urged House of Representatives aspirant Samuel Ayo Arowele not to resort to victimhood narratives over issues surrounding his candidacy. In a statement signed by its representative, Olarewaju Bidemi, the group described […] The post Owo/Ose APC youths tell Arowele: Stop playing victim over candidacy issues appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Nwafor

National House of Chiefs rejects CRC recommendation to merge OASL with Lands Commission

The National House of Chiefs has rejected the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) recommendation to merge the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) with the Lands Commission.

By Karen Tei

CIA Director Visits Havana with Message from Trump

Ratcliffe carried a message from President Trump: “The US is prepared to seriously address economic and security issues, but only if Cuba makes fundamental changes.” The post CIA Director Visits Havana with Message from Trump appeared first on Havana Times.

By Circles Robinson