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The Digest: Representative Riley Moore has formally asked the Trump administration to designate Nigeria a "Country of Particular Concern," alleging a "Christian genocide" and urging an immediate halt to all US arms sales to the country. Key Points: US Representative Riley Moore has asked...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has declared that anyone burning the American flag will face immediate arrest and a one-year prison term under his August executive order. In a Truth Social post, Trump directed ICE, Border Patrol, law enforcement, and the U.S. military to enforce the...

The Digest: The US federal government has entered a full shutdown, halting non-essential services after a political standoff between President Donald Trump and Congressional Democrats over healthcare subsidies reached an impasse. The lapse in funding has triggered a fierce blame game...

The Digest: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepted a 20-point peace proposal from US President Donald Trump aimed at ending the Gaza war. Following a White House meeting, Trump called it "a historic day for peace. Key Points: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has...

The Digest: In a characteristically combative speech at the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump challenged multilateral institutions, questioned climate change, and rebuked European allies over their handling of migration and the Russia-Ukraine war. The address, which...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has signed an executive order effectively dismantling the H-1B visa program by imposing a $100,000 entry fee on new and existing visa holders, including Nigerians working in US tech, healthcare, and academia. The move, aimed at “protecting American workers,”...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump has signed executive orders imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B skilled worker visas and creating a $1 million "gold card" expedited residency program. The move targets the tech industry's reliance on foreign talent while offering a premium pathway for...

The Digest: The United States has extended the deadline for ByteDance to divest TikTok’s American operations to December 16, 2025, amid ongoing negotiations for a sale led by a consortium of U.S. investors. President Donald Trump confirmed a deal is near but provided no specifics, while the...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump landed in the UK on Tuesday for an unprecedented second state visit, hosted by King Charles III. The trip, which Trump previewed as “going to be a very big thing,” underscores the enduring diplomatic ties between the two...

The Digest: The suspect in the killing of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has been identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson from Utah, with former President Donald Trump announcing his capture after a family member turned him in. Key Points: Trump stated the arrest was made with "a...

The Digest: President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and bipartisan leaders across the political spectrum united in condemnation of political violence following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university event. The tragedy prompted rare cross-party...

The Digest: Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. A prominent Trump ally credited with mobilizing youth voters, Kirk’s death has sent shockwaves through political circles and...

The Digest: U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Israel’s unilateral airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, calling it a reckless move that undermines American and Israeli interests. He emphasized Qatar’s role as a key peace broker and U.S. ally while urging an immediate end to the...

The Digest: President Donald Trump has revoked former Vice President Kamala Harris’ Secret Service protection, according to a CNN report. The move, seen by some as an act of Political Payback, comes as Harris prepares for a high-profile book tour. Key Points: President Donald Trump has...

The Digest: In a high-stakes summit in Alaska, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met to discuss Ukraine, but left with no ceasefire or clear resolution. Putin’s invitation to Moscow signals ongoing diplomacy despite a lack of concrete results. Key Points: Trump...

The Digest: US President Donald Trump is set to meet Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska, vowing he will not be intimidated. With the ongoing war in Ukraine casting a long Summit's Shadow, Trump insisted that any deal would include Ukraine and that he would know within minutes if the...

The Digest: U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Russia ahead of his first direct meeting with President Vladimir Putin since returning to office. The statements serve to engage with the high-stakes tension of the upcoming talks, exploring the potential consequences if an...

The Digest: Starting August 15, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will change how it determines children’s eligibility for green cards under the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA). This move will align USCIS with the U.S. Department of State's stricter visa “Final...

The Digest: The Nigerian government has firmly rejected a proposal from the U.S. to accept deportees under the controversial “third-country deportation” policy. This stance stems from national security and economic concerns. Key Points: Nigeria remains firm in rejecting deportees, citing...

The Digest: The United States doubled its reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, now set at $50 million. Maduro is accused of leading a cocaine trafficking operation, "The Cartel of the Suns," allegedly working with FARC and other criminal gangs...