First Lady Melania Trump to serve as special guest at State Department Ceremony

by Itunuoluwa Adebo The first lady of the US Melania Trump will travel to Washington this week, where she will serve as the “special guest” at a State Department ceremony. The first lady is to expected to attend International Women of Courage awards ceremony on Wednesday, an event hosted by the State Department that celebrates... Read More

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March 28, 2017

‘Daddy’s girl’ Ivanka Trump invited to Germany on White House visit

by Itunuoluwa Adebo Angela Merkel ,German Chancellor has reportedly invited Ivanka Trump to visit the European country on an official White House visit, according to Der Spiegel on Saturday. According to the German report, Merkel extended the invitation to President Donald Trump’s daughter and unofficial administration advisor last week during Merkel’s trip to Washington. The... Read More

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March 27, 2017

Trump’s son-in-law to testify in Russian investigation

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has volunteered to speak to the Senate Intelligence Committee as part of its investigation into Russia meddling in the US election. “Throughout the campaign and transition, Jared served as the official primary point of contact with foreign governments and officials,” the White House spokesman told CNN... Read More

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March 27, 2017

President or Golfer-in-Chief of the United States?

by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump headed once again to one of his golf courses again Sunday, making it his 13th visit to a golf course since becoming president. Though his exact mission at the clubhouse was not disclosed of the Trump National Golf Club over the weekend, it is worthy of note that President Trump... Read More

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March 27, 2017

Trump points finger at Freedom Caucus for failure of TrumpCare

By Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump pointed fingers Sunday to the conservative interest groups and far-right Republican lawmakers as the reasons his effort to overhaul the health-care system failed, shifting culpability to his own party after initially faulting the Democrats. Trump’s attack started with a tweet that singled out the House Freedom Caucus as well as... Read More

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March 27, 2017

It turns out there’s one very simple way to control Donald Trump

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Members of the House Freedom Caucus discovered a key weakness in the President’s strategy while they planned to seize control of his health care bill. In a memo circulated to members of the conservative group, a top adviser to Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky pointed out that Trump had made an error:... Read More

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March 24, 2017

Federal Judge who blocked Trump’s travel ban receives threats

By Itunuolwa Adebo The FBI says the Hawaii federal judge who ruled against President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban has been the target of threatening messages. US District Judge Derrick Watson’s ruling last week resulted in a temporary restraining order nationwide , just hours before the revised travel ban was to go into effect. Watson... Read More

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March 24, 2017

New evidence surfaces on Trump-Russia collusion

By Itunuoluwa Adebo A top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee is claiming that he has been presented with new information on the collaboration between associates of President Donald Trump and Russia, suggesting “it’s the kind of evidence” that a grand jury investigation would want to consider. Rep. Adam Schiff t Thursday said that he... Read More

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March 24, 2017

Trump grants approval for controversial Keystone XL Pipeline

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Friday morning, President Trump announced the granting of a permit for construction of the controversial Keystone XL pipeline, calling it “the first of many infrastructure projects” that he would be approving in order to put more Americans to work. He said that “government too often failed its citizens and companies over the... Read More

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Trump grants Keystone XL approval

March 24, 2017

ObamaCare going? Some republicans yield under Trump’s pressure

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Some House Republicans previously opposed to the proposed overhaul of the nation’s health-care system said Friday they are likely to support the legislation, as GOP leaders said a vote is expected by late afternoon to attempt to deliver the central promise that brought them to power. President Trump and House Speaker Paul... Read More

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March 24, 2017

Just In: Former Trump campaign manager volunteers to testify before House Intelligence Committee

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Devin Nunes, House Intelligence Committee Chair has said that Paul Manafort, former President Trump campaign chairman, has volunteered to testify before his committee, which is currently investigating alleged ties between Trump campaign officials and Russia as well as the Kremlin’s activities in the 2016 election. He made the announcement Friday Morning, also... Read More

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March 24, 2017

“Vote for me or I’ll blame you” | Trump gives House Republicans a warning

By Itunuoluwa Adebo “To make a deal, you have to know when it’s time to walk.” President Trump used this tactic on Thursday night, seeking to break through the resistance of House Republicans, refusing to pass the health care bill that has left the administration in limbo. After days of trying to charm members of... Read More

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March 23, 2017

“You’re a disgrace “ | UK Labour Party Member of Parliament shuts down Trump Jnr

By Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump’s oldest child. Donald Trump Jr. took a break on Wednesday from defending his father’s agenda on Twitter to lend his voice to the buzz surrounding the attack outside the British Parliament that left four people dead, including a police officer and the alleged assailant. Trunp Jnr took aim at Sadiq... Read More

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March 22, 2017

Trump to attend NATO summit in May

President Trump had been confirmed to attend a gathering of NATO leaders in Brussels in May, a move that would help reassure U.S. allies about his administration’s commitment to Europe’s security. Press secretary Spicer said in a statement Tuesday night, that Trump will participate in the meetings on May 25. He also added that the... Read More

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March 22, 2017

Reason for device ban: Al-qaeda trying to hide explosives in laptops

The ban by the United States and United Kingdom on devices larger than a cellphone from certain flights was as a result of Intelligence obtained in recent weeks. Recent information is that Al Qaeda affiliate was perfecting techniques for hiding explosives in batteries and battery compartments of electronic devices. US officials told CNN on Tuesday... Read More

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March 22, 2017

“You could lose your seats in 2018 if you don’t get this done” | Trump warns Republicans

By Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump is really struggling to carry the Obamacare repeal and replace bill across the finish line. He made a blunt pitch to House Republicans in a closed-door meeting Tuesday morning on Capitol Hill:” You could lose re-election if you don’t vote for this legislation.” he said Lawmakers say it was obvious... Read More

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March 22, 2017

Trump’s “wall of Jericho” to require vast amounts of private land

The order for the immediate construction of a Mexico border wall have been issued and the specification outlined: 30 feet high and “aesthetically pleasing.” Now, it seems the next thing on President Trump’s list for building his “big, beautiful wall” is to hire more lawyers for a torturous and expensive battle over private land. The... Read More

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March 22, 2017

Sean Spicer addresses Maryland school rape case in Whitehouse Briefing

By Itunuoluwa Adebo White House press secretary Sean Spicer has condemned the rape of a Rockville High School student, allegedly by two undocumented immigrants and urged state and local officials to reexamine all laws and procedures to reduce the likelihood of such an incident repeating itself. Source : The Washington Post Spicer called the rape... Read More

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March 22, 2017

Ivanka Trump slammed with unfair business edge lawsuit

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Modern Appealing clothing, a small San Francisco clothing retailer has lodged a class action suit against Ivanka Trump’s company, charging that it has an unfair business edge because the President, his daughter and his aides have leveraged the presidency to promote its products. The 40-year-old upscale boutique, filed a claim in Superior... Read More

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March 21, 2017

President Trump signs first NASA authorization act in 7 years

President Donal Trump has just signed the first NASA authorization act in 7 years. .@POTUS has signed the first NASA Authorization Act in 7 years. Thank you to our Congressional partners & @NASA for helping get this done. pic.twitter.com/M3phjSubDY — Vice President Mike Pence Archived (@VP45) March 21, 2017

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March 21, 2017

UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson to visit Trump

By Itunuoluwa Adebo UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson will meet top Donald Trump aide and former right-wing news boss Steve Bannon on his trip to the US this week. He will schedule meetings with top White House and Republican figures including Mr Bannon when he visits Washington DC and New York. Mr Bannon was executive... Read More

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March 21, 2017

UK may join US in new restrictions

By Itunuoluwa Adebo The United Kingdom may follow the United States in enforcing the ban to prevent passengers on direct flights from some countries in the Middle East and Africa from carrying almost all types of electronic devices in the cabin, government sources said Tuesday. A decision may be announced later on Tuesday, a Downing... Read More

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March 21, 2017

Sad? Trump drops 220 places on Forbes

By Itunuoluwa Adebo US president Donald Trump’s fortune has fallen by about $1bn to $3.5bn, as measured by Forbes magazine in its world famous list of billionaires. However, it has been a good 12 months for the world’s wealthiest individuals, with a record 233 moving into the billionaire bracket, taking the global number billionaires to... Read More

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March 21, 2017

“I will continue to offer my father my candid advice and counsel” | Ivanka Trump gets an office in the White House

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Ivanka Trump has moved into the White House today. Though she currently holds no official title in the White House, she is working out of a West Wing office and will soon get access to classified information, even though she is not technically serving as a government employee. Jamie Gorelick, an attorney... Read More

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March 21, 2017

Trump bans electronic devices on select US bound flights

All passengers traveling to the United States from 10 airports in eight Muslim countries will be prohibited from bringing laptops, tablets and other portable electronic devices on board with them when they fly, according to new rules set to go into effect Tuesday. To travel with these items, the devices must be packed in their... Read More

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March 21, 2017

The FBI is investigating Trump, and 5 other things we learnt from the House Intelligence Hearing

Yesterday, all unsubstantiated claims that President Barack Obama wire-tapped Trump Tower during last year’s presidential campaign, claims about Russia’s meddling in the U.S. election to help Trump win, and claims about Trump associates’ ties to Russia all came to a grinding halt. The Director of the FBI James Comey and NSA Director Mike Rogers testified... Read More

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March 20, 2017

FBI Director confirms Russia wanted to help Donald Trump and hurt Hilary Clinton

By Itunuoluwa Adebo James Comey, FBI Director has confirmed Russia’s goal in its involvement in the 2016 election: Hurt the US democracy and Hillary Clinton’s campaign while helping Donald Trump. Comey flat out rejected the suggestion by some Republicans on the White House Intelligence Committee that Clinton’s campaign may have been the real Russian collaborators. According... Read More

March 20, 2017

Are you ready for more Trumps? POTUS expecting a ninth grandchild, congratulates son and daughter-in-law

By Itunuoluwa Adebo President of the US, Donald Trump tweeted his congratulations to his son Eric and daughter-in-law Lara on their big announcement. The baby would be the ninth addition to Trump team of grandchildren. Congratulations Eric & Lara. Very proud and happy for the two of you! https://t.co/s0T3cTQc40 — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March... Read More

March 20, 2017

“We do not owe NATO any money” | Germany’s defense minister gives Trump a fact check

By Itunuoluwa Adebo The defense minister of Germany has rejected claims from US President Donald Trump that her country owes NATO “vast sums of money.” Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement released that “there is no debt account in NATO”. To relate the 2% defense spending that we want to reach in the... Read More

March 20, 2017

“I have no information that supports that” | FBI Director shuts down Trump’s wiretapping claims

James Comey, FBI Director has said he has no information to support claims by President Donald Trump that he was wiretapped by his predecessor, Barack Obama. “I have no information that supports those tweets,” Comey told the House Intelligence Committee, adding that the Justice Department, along with the FBI, had no information to support the... Read More

First Lady Melania Trump to serve as special guest at State Department Ceremony

‘Daddy’s girl’ Ivanka Trump invited to Germany on White House visit

Trump’s son-in-law to testify in Russian investigation

President or Golfer-in-Chief of the United States?

Trump points finger at Freedom Caucus for failure of TrumpCare

It turns out there’s one very simple way to control Donald Trump

Federal Judge who blocked Trump’s travel ban receives threats

New evidence surfaces on Trump-Russia collusion

Trump grants approval for controversial Keystone XL Pipeline

ObamaCare going? Some republicans yield under Trump’s pressure

Just In: Former Trump campaign manager volunteers to testify before House Intelligence Committee

“Vote for me or I’ll blame you” | Trump gives House Republicans a warning

“You’re a disgrace “ | UK Labour Party Member of Parliament shuts down Trump Jnr

Trump to attend NATO summit in May

Reason for device ban: Al-qaeda trying to hide explosives in laptops

“You could lose your seats in 2018 if you don’t get this done” | Trump warns Republicans

Trump’s “wall of Jericho” to require vast amounts of private land

Sean Spicer addresses Maryland school rape case in Whitehouse Briefing

Ivanka Trump slammed with unfair business edge lawsuit

President Trump signs first NASA authorization act in 7 years

UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson to visit Trump

UK may join US in new restrictions

Sad? Trump drops 220 places on Forbes

“I will continue to offer my father my candid advice and counsel” | Ivanka Trump gets an office in the White House

Trump bans electronic devices on select US bound flights

The FBI is investigating Trump, and 5 other things we learnt from the House Intelligence Hearing

FBI Director confirms Russia wanted to help Donald Trump and hurt Hilary Clinton

Are you ready for more Trumps? POTUS expecting a ninth grandchild, congratulates son and daughter-in-law

“We do not owe NATO any money” | Germany’s defense minister gives Trump a fact check

“I have no information that supports that” | FBI Director shuts down Trump’s wiretapping claims

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