USA 2024 elections: Donald Trump claims victory after Fox News projects he has won US presidency

Donald Trump has recently claimed victory in the 2024 presidential contest after Fox News projected that he had defeated Kamala Harris. “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate.” Although other news outlets are yet to call the race for Trump, he appeared on the verge of winning after capturing the battleground states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia and holding leads in the other four, according to Edison Research. Trump’s opponent Harris did not speak to her supporters who had gathered at her alma mater Howard University. Her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, briefly addressed the crowd after midnight, saying Harris would speak publicly on Wednesday. The former president was showing strength across broad swaths of the country, improving on his 2020 performance everywhere from rural areas to urban centers. Republicans won a U.S. Senate majority after flipping Democratic seats in West Virginia and Ohio. However, the 78 years old is also facing multiple scandals over his career, multiple court cases – criminal and civil, a conviction, sentencing in three weeks’ time, and escaping death but a fraction from an assassin’s bullet.

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Mike Sonko Calls for Kenyans Living in the U.S to Support Trump for Better Benefits

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Mike Sonko has urged Kenyans in the U.S to support Trump on the Presidential elections. This he posted on his X account formerly known as twitter. He wrote that he would like to extend his early congratulations to the once impeached Donald Trump, who appears poised for a significant victory in the ongoing presidential election in the United States of America. Given the current projections indicating Trump’s early lead, I am proud to be among the first Kenyans to commend the President-elect. Mike Sonko added in his statement. He also said that it was time for the slay Queenree and Gukaree to prepare for their departure from Ikuluree. Former Governor of Nairobi urged Kenyans living abroad, particularly in the United States, to rally behind Trump. Mike Sonko also said that in his sincere views, Kenya stands to benefit more with Trump as president rather than Kamala Harris. Mike Sonko went ahead to congratulate Trump. Congratulations President Trump. Donald Trump has won the 2024 elections in the United States of America and is projected to become the 47th President of the United States of America. This will be a stunning white house comeback. He wins over Kamala Harris who was his opponent.

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki Challenges Judiciary in his First Remarks as DP

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has recently issued a subtle challenge to the Supreme Court in his first remarks since he was sworn in as the Deputy President. The DP was among those who attended the official opening of the Supreme Court of Kenya’s twelfth Jurisprudential Conference in Nairobi. The event which was presided over by President William Ruto, all eyes were on Kindiki as Kenyans at large waited to listen to the new DP’s first sentiments, since his swearing-in. He challenged the judiciary to find mechanisms to balance between public interest and the higher national interest. “Other than the parameters and the principles of the court help us to understand the public interest, are there other higher values and principles which are crucial to the existence of Kenya? Because the public can do the wrong things which threaten the existence of the state.That is the dead front of jurisprudence I want us to think about.” The new DP further admitted his sentiments had hints of bias since he was in the country’s security docket for two years, but insisted that there was a need for the courts to protect ‘higher interests’ while conducting their mandate. “I remember during the COVID-19 time, the Supreme Court made judgement more efficient even when locked down by this pandemic. Even after COVID-19, it is now certain that the way of the future is through virtual. The Supreme Court has done a good job.” His sentiments came just days after his predecessor, ousted DP Rigathi Gachagua, was dealt the ultimate blow by the High Court, which cleared the path for the Interior CS’s swearing-in.

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Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Opposes President Ruto’s Tax Review Plans

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Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has recently opposed attempts by the government to introduce select proposals in the defunct finance bill 2024. Speaking during the 12th anniversary celebrations at the Dini ya Roho Mafuta Pole ya Africa in Kapenguria, West Pokot County, Kalonzo opposed the bid to review taxes noting that Kenyans are over-taxed. According to him, the process was being engineered by Treasury CS John Mbadi. “Let us not lie to ourselves, we have a big challenge. If President Ruto’s government will re-introduce amendments to Finance Act 2024 and then add taxes, it will be hard for Kenyans.’’ His statement came as the government, in recent days, showed plans of reintroducing proposals in the 2024/2025 Finance Bill that will be making a return in the 2025/2026 Finance Bill. Kalonzo’s team further reminded the government of the anti-government protests in June when the country’s Gen Zs took to the streets to protest against the tax measures. “We used to say President Ruto has stuck on the tree, Gen Z pruned the branches. This time round, the tree will be uprooted with its root.’’ DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa also cautioned MPs against endorsing the proposals when they are presented in parliament. “Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is planning to bring the amendments in Parliament and we ask our MPs to object to the bill. Since Kenya Kwanza assumed office, the only thing they have raised from the bottom to up is taxes.”

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Eugene Wamalwa Pulls Out of Azimio Coalition

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Eugene Wamalwa has recently announced that his party, the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), would no longer be affiliated with the Azimio Coalition. “We are saying as DAP-K that we cannot and we no longer find it tenable to continue being in a relationship with people who are no longer like-minded with us, who have persistently aided and abetted Zakayo in reintroducing harsh taxes.” Wamalwa further noted that the collaboration of some of the coalition leaders with the ruling Kenya Kwanza Government that have made the coalition unpopular with the people as well as their support for Gachagua’s impeachment as the other reasons for this drastic action. According to him, the new broad-based Cabinet that includes his colleagues from the Orange Democratic Movement are aiding and abetting President William Ruto’s bad governance. “When John Mbadi brings those taxes, you will not say it is Ruto who has brought those taxes, you will say that Ruto has converted some of our colleagues in ODM to become Zakayos like him.” Wamalwa also stated that the party would immediately be embarking on a nationwide recruitment drive for candidates to vie in all the electoral seats in the upcoming 2027 election. “The party has also said that with all our chairmen from all our 47 counties, we will go back to each of the 47 counties to start an aggressive recruitment drive to prepare our party for the next elections. The DAP-K will be fielding candidates in all positions from MCA to MPs to Women Representatives to Governor to Senator to the President and yours truly has been given that honourous task of carrying the flag into the presidential race of August 10, 2027.” This decision follows months of the coalition principals calling out their leader, Raila Odinga since he made the decisive decision to align himself with the president, even letting four of his party members join the government they so often opposed.

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Israel Cabinet Approves Ksh.20 Trillion Wartime Budget for Next Year

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Israel cabinet has approved next year’s wartime financial budget. According to CNN, Finance Minister Bezalel said that the financial budget will support the country’s ongoing wars and encourage economic growth. The budget of 607.4 billion shekels (Ksh.20.898 trillion) includes 9 billion package to support reserve soldiers. The budget will now be taken to Knesset or parliament, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition holds a majority, most likely to be approved. The Prime Minister welcomed the cabinet’s approval of the budget saying that the budget was an ‘important, difficult but necessary budget in a year of war’. The budget projects a deficit of about 4.3 percent. Former Prime Minister and key Opposition leader Yair Lapid reportedly criticized the budget saying it would increase the expenditure of every family in Israel by 20,000 shekels per year. Israel has been in war for a year now. The war began when Hamas-led militant groups launched a surprise attack on Israel on 7th October which caused fatal fate of many nationals and foreign nationals. 251 Israelis and foreigners were taken captive. Hamas said the attack was in response to Israel’s continued occupation in Gaza. Israel also launched an attack on 17th October bombing campaigns in modern history stating that their objective was to destroy Hamas and free hostages. 7 days ago, Israel struck military targets inside Iran in response to earlier Iranian attacks.

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Kindiki’s Former Classmate Reflects on His Early Life and Rise in Leadership

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Deputy President Kiture Kindiki former Njagi Gadara has revealed Kindiki’s childhood chronicles. The Deputy President was sworn in on 1st November 2024 at KICC, Nairobi. Njagi and Kindiki both went to the same primary school known as Irunduni Primary school. Njagi recalled that Kindiki’s leadership qualities were seen at an early age, and he was a trusted leader who was always fair. He also said that Kindiki had different leadership roles in school which included referee at the same time, a team leader, timekeeper and a ball keeper as well. He recalled all these with press on 1st November when Kindiki took the oath of office. The former classmate of Kindiki also added that Kindiki was cheeky and could makes jokes at anyone then laugh and them and cry at them simultaneously. His nephew Njeru spoke as well and said that he was very proud of his uncle, and he always had a feeling that the Deputy President would rise to higher levels of leadership. Njeru also said that he would even like Kindiki to proceed to Presidency in 2033. The Head of State also congratulated the Third Deputy President band also added in his statement that he needed Kindiki’s voice to help members of cabinet to profile things and speak to the things they are doing.

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Rigathi Gachagua Removes ‘Deputy President’ Title from Social Media Accounts

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has removed his ‘Deputy President’ from his official social media accounts. The former Deputy President was recently impeached and replaced by the current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki who was sworn in today. The swearing in of Kithure Kindiki which was declared as a public holiday took place at KICC Nairobi. Gachagua changed bio profile from his X account which was initially written as; ‘Husband, Father, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya and wrote ‘Husband, Father, Kenyan which he also did on his Facebook account. He also changed X and Facebook cover photos which included a photo of himself, his wife, President William Ruto and First Lady Rachael Ruto which was taken during the swearing in ceremony in 2022 as they knelt together. The new photo he posted was of himself lifting his hands up Facing Mt.Kenya as if in prayer. The former Deputy President also posted a picture of him and his family having a family time at his hometown in Nyeri, Mathiira. In the post, he wrote that he couldn’t wait to visit Mt. Kenya, Hoombe forest. Gachagua also thanked God for having a loving and supporting family.

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Rigathi Gachagua and Wife Dorcas Breaks Silence after Kithure Kindiki’s Swearing In

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Former Deputy President and Wife Dorcas Rigathi have spoken up after the new Deputy President’s swearing in Kithure Kindiki. The former Deputy President had been impeached by Parliament as the President nominated Kithure Kindiki as his successor who was supposed to be sworn in. Rigathi Gachagua took the matter to court to stop the impeachment but lost the case as Kithure Kindiki’s swearing in was approved. The new Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was sworn in today on 1st November 2024, just after the swearing of Kindiki , Rigathi Gachagua and wife posted on their social media accounts as they were having a happy time with family. Gachagua posted a picture of him and his family on Facebook as they sat on his hometown in Mt. Kenya. Home Sweet home He wrote on his post. Thanking God for the gift of my family. The smell of fresh grass sounds of chirping birds is what a happy family needs. I will remain forever grateful to God, for giving me a loving and supportive family. We are happy to be home where I was born and brought up. Gachagua added on his post. Gachagua also wrote that he couldn’t wait to take a walk in Hombe forest, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Mt. Kenya as he thanked God for his kindness. Rigathi Dorcas also posted on her Facebook account expressing how she was grateful to God. Dorcas also said that she chose to be with family and give a prayer of thanksgiving, understanding, that God remains sovereign. She also quoted verses from the Bible in her post which included: Daniel 3: 16-18 and Job 13: 15-16

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Karen Nyamu Steals Show with Her Entrance at Kithure Kindiki’s Ceremony

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Senator Karen Nyamu has amazed everyone at Kithure Kindiki’s swearing in. The swearing in took place at KICC where Kithure Kindiki was being sworn in as the third Deputy President of Kenya. This was after the impeachment of the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on October 17th, 2024. The Swearing in was witnessed by President William Ruto, Chief justice Martha Koome, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho. The other witnesses included Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njoki and Nairobi Senator Karen Nyamu. Hundreds of Kenyans also arrived and had Kenyans flags as some raised while others waved. Kithure Kindiki also arrived with his wife Joyce Kithure. Kithure Kindiki was dressed in a black suit and red tie while his wife was dressed in white skirt suit and white heels. Senator Karen Nyamu’s entrance amazed Kenyans as she entered dressed in a black elegant dress that has a long slit at the back and red heels. As she walked in, policemen and everyone present kept staring at her in admiration. Karen Nyamu on the other hand did not put those staring at her in consideration, she walked straight with head held high as she was being directed to where she was supposed to sit. This amazed Karen Nyamu’s online fans who said she was beautiful and deserved to be looked at with admiration.

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