Biya, Paul
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has officially announced his candidacy for the country's upcoming presidential election, scheduled for October 12, 2025. In a public declaration, Biya, 91, stated that he is running for office again in response to "urgent appeals" from across the country and
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House Republicans are taking steps to ensure America's military superiority, protect financial privacy, and establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets. The legislation introduced by House Republicans prioritizes investments in defense, digital transactions, and innovation, while also addressing concerns about government control and surveillance. Key Takeaways: * The
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Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) recently joined Secretary of the Army, Daniel Driscoll, and other senior military and elected leaders to tour the Rock Island Arsenal, amid concerns over proposed job cuts that could affect hundreds of workers. During the visit, Congressman Sorensen emphasized the critical work done by the men
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Cyprus' parliament began debating a bill to screen foreign direct investments in strategic sectors, in line with EU rules designed to safeguard security and public order. The legislation aims to give the state the power to approve, impose conditions, block, or even reverse foreign investments deemed to pose risks.
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Congressman Seth Moulton is celebrating an important labor agreement between Local 201 of the IUE-CWA and GE Aerospace that provides new work and strong wages for local workers in Lynn, Massachusetts. The agreement ensures the continued production of critical T-901 engines in the city, a key component of national defense.
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Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has introduced a bill, H.R. 3667, to codify President Trump's four executive orders regarding domestic nuclear energy, with the intention of strengthening America's energy security and national security. The legislation aims to address the production and national security implications of domestic
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The US Congress is considering the CBP SPACE Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at improving trade and travel security through the nation's seaports. The bill, reintroduced by Rep. Laurel Lee (R-FL-15), would require Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to work collaboratively with seaports to ensure the secure handling
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U.S. Senators Angus King and Susan Collins, both of Maine, have introduced legislation aimed at ensuring that the combat boots worn by US servicemembers are manufactured in the United States, using domestic materials and strengthening national security. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation, known as the Better Outfitting Our Troops (BOOTS)
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Maine Senator Susan Collins and others have introduced the BOOTS Act, a bipartisan bill to require combat boots worn by American servicemembers to be entirely manufactured in the United States with U.S.-sourced materials. This legislation aims to strengthen national security, create good-paying jobs, and improve military readiness by
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House lawmakers have passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, paving the way for it to be signed into law by President Biden. The legislation aims to provide tax relief to middle-class Americans, safeguard essential programs, and strengthen national security. House Representative Andrew Garbarino praised the bill, stating that it
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The Justice Department has announced a significant expansion of its denaturalization efforts, focusing on individuals who pose a national security risk, have committed violent crimes, are members of gangs, or have committed Medicaid and other types of fraud. The move is sparking concerns among advocates, who accuse the administration of
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A recent arrest of former GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited Managing Director, Maxwell Kofi Jumah, by national security personnel has raised concerns about the handling of accountability and the use of force in Ghana. Member of Parliament for Oforikrom, Michael Kwasi Addo, has cautioned the ruling government against setting dangerous precedents,
