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Tillerson dismisses report that he considered resigning from Trump’s cabinet
Contrary to an earlier report by NBC news that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson called President Trump a moron in July and had to be persuaded to continue with his…
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Rex Tillerson called Trump a “moron” a few months ago – Report
U.S. Secretary of State, Rex Tillerson according to NBC news described President Donald Trump as a “moron” after the President compared the strategic aspects of deciding on troop levels to opening…
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Trump to request $29bn from Congress to help Puerto Rico
After receiving a briefing on the situation in Puerto Rico, followed by his personal visit to view the level of damage, President Trump upon his return to Washington is taking concerted…
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Trump attacks media as he commends Puerto Rico relief operations
Reeling from his visit to Puerto Rico yesterday, where he had a briefing on the level of disaster on the island following the wrath of Hurricane Maria, President Trump has…
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Pentagon fully supports Tillerson’s diplomatic talks with North Korea – Mattis
During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Tuesday, Defense Secretary James Mattis was pressed to explain President Donald Trump's recent flurries of tweets that appeared to reject a diplomatic…
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To save Puerto Rico, its debt must be wiped out – Trump
Shortly after returning to Washington from Puerto Rico where he went to access level of Hurricane damage and offer support, President granted an interview with Fox News, where he emphasised…
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Death toll in Puerto Rico doubles after Trump’s visit
In a shocking development, the number of death recorded as a result of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico has risen to 34 , Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello announced Tuesday…
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U.S. Justice Department releases memos barring Presidents from appointing family members
The Justice Department has released several legal memos issued to White Houses run by former Presidents Nixon, Carter, Reagan and Obama, that found it is unlawful for presidents to appoint…
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Trump’s Defense Secretary backs Iran deal, despite President’s criticism
Amidst the uncertainty facing the Iran nuclear deal ahead of an Oct. 15 deadline, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, who testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday said the…
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San Juan Mayor, Yulin accepts Trump’s invitation to meet in Puerto Rico
Despite a past week of spats and war of words with one another, President Donald Trump has sent an invitation to San Juan Mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz to join him…
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Donald Trump compares Puerto Rico disaster to Hurricane Katrina
U.S. President Donald Trump has lamented the horrifying level of devastation caused by the category 4 Hurricane Maria which recorded 16 casualties and, compared its effect to Hurricane Katrina, which…
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Trump says Las Vegas shooter is “sick and demented”
President Trump says Stephen Paddock, the man responsible for the mass shooting in Las Vegas is sick and demented. Trump made the assertion on Tuesday in a brief chat with…
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Another private mail used by Kushner, Ivanka for White House activities revealed
First daughter, Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner have used at least three separate personal e-mail accounts for White House business, Politico reports. Towards late last month, reports emerged…
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Trump’s cabinet could go down as worst in history – Former presidential adviser
Citing the several upheavals within the White House barely nine months into President Trump’s presidency and the recent allegations against cabinet members, critics and prominent political figures are wondering whether…
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“An act of pure evil” | President Trump addresses Americans following Las Vegas shooting (READ)
Shortly after his earlier tweet condemning the mass shooting, carried out by 64-year-old Stephen Paddock from his hotel room in the 32nd floor or the Mandalay Bay Hotel while Jason…
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President Trump issues proclamation in honour of Las Vegas victims
In honour of the victims of the Las Vegas shooting, US President Donald Trump has issued a Presidential proclamation to be carried out across all US public institutions in the…
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Trump sends condolence message to Las Vegas shooting victims
Following a shooting which occurred outside the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip during a music festival on Sunday evening which left about 50 people dead…
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Stop wasting time negotiating with North Korea | Trump tells Rex Tillerson
President Trump said he has told Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to stop negotiating with Kim Jong Un of North Korea. "I told Rex Tillerson, our wonderful Secretary of State,…
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“Such poor leadership ability” | Donald Trump attacks Puerto Rico mayor
U.S. President Donald Trump Saturday defended his administration’s hurricane recovery effort in Puerto Rico blasting San Juan Mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz who is criticising the president's effort to get supplies,…
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Donald Trump’s health secretary, Tom Price resigns
U.S. President Donald Trump's scandal-hit health secretary, Tom Price had to leave the President's administration Friday, amid a scandal over his use of expensive private jets for government travel. Price is…
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Hurricane: Trump to visit Puerto Rico on Tuesday
Following the severe damage suffered by Puerto Rico after the island was battered by category 4 Hurricane Maria, President Trump has expressed his sadness at the ugly incident and ensured…
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Puerto Rico’s Governor confirms Trump has responded to aid request
Contrary to circulating grievances over President Trump so-called poor handling of the Puerto Rico Hurricane disaster, Gov. Ricardo Rossello said Friday that the Trump administration has been responsive to his…
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Trump’s inauguration committee donates $3 million to Hurricane relief
Following criticism for not donating the outstanding funds sooner, President Trump's inaugural committee announced it intends to donate $3 million to several organizations assisting with hurricane relief. Just like many…
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We have just begun! | Trump boasts about GDP increase
President Trump is basking in the feeling arising from the growth in GDP for the last quarter. Trump attributes the upward revise to the excellent performance of his administration. The…
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Trump boasts about ‘great’ reviews for tax cut bill
After suffering another defeat on effort to repeal the Obama signature healthcare policy as GOP Senators couldn't muster the needed support and votes to pass the adjusted healthcare bill called…
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Puerto Rico experiences improved relief aids after Hurricane Maria
As against earlier difficulties experienced in delivering relief aids to the hurricane battered Puerto Rico due to the damage suffered by the island, smile has begin to roll on the…
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Hurricane Maria: Facebook donates $1.5million to Puerto Rico among other relief efforts
In its bid to contribute its own effort at relieving Puerto Ricans of the suffered damage as a result of Hurricane Maria, Facebook is sending employees to help restore communications…
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Embattled health secretary Price boasts of Trump’s support
Embattled Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price on Thursday bragged about his sustained support of President Trump amid an uproar over his use of charter aircraft for personal issues.…
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Republicans accused of hypocrisy after Kushner’s private email scandal
Republicans who lambasted former Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton over her use of a private email server are fighting a hard battle to contain the recent accusation leveled on President…
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What Michelle Obama thinks of the women who voted for Trump
Former US first lady Michelle Obama on Wednesday slammed women who voted for President Trump in the 2016 election, suggesting they voted against their own interests. Obama made the statement…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy