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PoliticsOct 12Ebonyi indigenes threaten to sue Umahi over zoning, anti-Obi remarksBy Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Association of Ebonyi Indigenes Socio-Cultural in the Diaspora (AEISCID) has threatened legal action against the Minister of Works, David Umahi, over his reported comments on political zoning and the 2027 presidential ambition of Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The association’s president, Ambassador Paschal Oluchukwu, said […] The post Ebonyi indigenes threaten to sue Umahi over zoning, anti-Obi remarks appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 12EU approves largest expansion of sanctions list against RussiaEuropean Union foreign ministers approved a 22nd package of sanctions against Russia, adding about 1,600 legal entities and individuals to the sanctions list.Meduza [en]
PoliticsOct 12US reiterates that Spain must control its borders and combat mass immigrationWashington urges Madrid to strengthen its borders and increase military spending, highlighting political differences within NATO. Trump criticizes Spanish migratory management and calls for more defense investment, in an unusual message for the national holiday.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12Abiodun tasks political leaders, public servants on strategic foresightThe governor spoke at the opening of a three-day Capacity Development Programme on Foresighting for Strategic Leaders in Ogun State at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona School of Governance Studies, Ago-Iwoye. The post Abiodun tasks political leaders, public servants on strategic foresight appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 12Most in new poll oppose bets on electionsMost Americans regardless of party oppose betting on election results through prediction markets such as Kalshi or Polymarket, according to a new survey. A Reuters/Ipsos poll, released Monday, found that 60 percent of respondents did not support betting on election results, as the midterm elections near. Another 13 percent said they support betting, while 24…The Hill
PoliticsBreakingOct 12Breaking: Unions invited to WRC talks as minister calls for strike to be postponed'I believe an agreement can be reached without delay if both parties are willing to enter an intensive process of engagement as soon as possible,' writes Jack Chambersirishexaminer · ireland
PoliticsOct 12Federal judge orders temporary halt to taxpayer-funded pro-Trump TV ads - The GuardianFederal judge orders temporary halt to taxpayer-funded pro-Trump TV ads The Guardian Federal Judge Bars Trump Administration From Airing Publicly Funded Ads The New York Times Judge orders Trump to cancel $20 million in taxpayer-funded political ads ahead of the midterms Fortune Judge Says Pro-Trump Ads Funded by Taxpayers Must Be Taken Off Air WSJ Judge blocks Trump administration from airing taxpayer-funded campaign-style ads The Washington Postgoogle · united states of america
PoliticsOct 12It is official | Federal agents search the home of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, one of Donald Trump's biggest critics, in Washington D.C.Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) executed a judge-authorized search warrant on Monday at the home of the Democratic representative for Minnesota. The Department of Justice framed the operation as part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12Trump ‘thinking of’ renaming Atlantic or PacificPresident Trump over the weekend said he was “thinking of” renaming the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean, a move that comes after the president’s previous moves to rebrand geographical features. During a rally in Tennessee on Saturday, the president discussed his renaming efforts for Lake Ontario and the Gulf of Mexico. “So, we need a river,…The Hill
PoliticsOct 12The Latino vote, decisive in the tight race for a key U.S. seat in ColoradoThe Republican candidate, grandson of immigrants, is trying to hold his seat against a Democratic rival in a key Colorado district. Latino voters, who constitute almost a third of the electorate, could be decisive in the tight contest for control of the House.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12Alito’s denial of judicial bias is a joke on the American peopleThe right-wing Supreme Court majority — Alito and Clarence Thomas hold down its right-most edge — was built explicitly to further a political agenda.The Hill
PoliticsOct 12Conference on Constitution and democracy in Mysuru on November 26 and 27A conference discussing the Constitution and democracy is scheduled to take place in Mysuru on November 26 and 27. This indicates an upcoming event focused on governance topics.The Hindu
PoliticsOct 12Courts must intervene whenever rights are violated: CJISays NHRC must be judged by its ability to reach the most vulnerable and help them access the judicial system; “if the Constitution is the promise, the Commission is one of its keepers,” says CJIThe Hindu
PoliticsOct 122027: Full list of governorship candidates in their 30sThe candidates, drawn from different political parties, include 35-year-olds and those approaching 40 who are seeking to become governors in their respective states. The post 2027: Full list of governorship candidates in their 30s appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 12Trump shares made-up Denzel Washington quote backing the presidentMade-up praise has been circulating online for yearsThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 12Federal Agents Search Home of Rep. Ilhan OmarThe search takes place within the 60-day window of the midterm elections, when the Justice Department has historically avoided such investigative steps related to political candidates.NYT US
PoliticsOct 12Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in ongoing criminal probeFederal agents conducted a search at the home of of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., as part as an ongoing criminal probe. NBC News' Ryan Reilly has the early details on the investigation and the unusual timing of the action this close to an election.NBC News
PoliticsOct 12Discomfort in the Government after the Supreme Court's decision on the 'grandchildren's law': "It seems that the right to vote is not so relevant for some"El ministro del Interior lamenta la decisión del Supremo, mientras el PP celebra una resolución que considera un freno al intento del Ejecutivo de influir en el censo electoralEl País
PoliticsOct 12Greece's social media ban for under-15s: What you need to knowThe government argues that setting a clear age limit, combined with reliable age checks, will help protect children from potential risks associated with social media usage.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 12How has the more than €600 billion recovery plan revitalised Europe?In 2020, the EU member states agreed on a €750 billion post-Covid recovery plan known as NextGenerationEU. This programme, for which the Commission will have disbursed €634 billion by the end of the year, is coming to an end. Out of Belgium's €5.3 billion recovery plan, more than half has been allocated to the green transition.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 12South Africa's deputy police chief resigns after being charged with sexual offencesShadrack Sibiya had denied grooming a 16-year-old and raping an 18-year-old.BBC World
PoliticsOct 12Johnson planning to remain GOP leader in ‘unlikely scenario’ Republicans lose HouseSpeaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said he plans to remain as the leader of the Republican conference in the “unlikely scenario” that the GOP loses control of the House. “I want to be of my highest and best use to God in my country, and I feel like at this stage of life, I’m doing what…The Hill
PoliticsOct 12Mike Johnson says Republicans "need turnout" in the midtermsHouse Speaker Mike Johnson sat down with CBS News' Robert Costa ahead of this year's midterm elections.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Congresswoman insists she will not be 'silenced' after federal agents raid her homeCongresswoman Ilhan Omar said she will "not be silenced" after her home was raided by federal agents, calling it the "latest escalation" in President Donald Trump's "intimidation" campaign.Sky News World