Politics
Latest political updates, governmental reforms, elections, and policy analyses from Armenia, the Caucasus, and international corridors.
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Pentagon AI Data Center Plan Faces Bipartisan Congressional Pushback
Congress is challenging the Pentagon’s plan to lease military land for AI data centers, citing concerns over infrastructure strain and resource sustainability.
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Indonesia’s Top Anti-Corruption Official Steps Down Following Massive Cash and Gold Discovery
Febrie Adriansyah has stepped down after a police raid on his home uncovered $20 million in cash and 74kg of gold, sparking a standoff between Indonesian security forces.
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Trump Orders Warning Signs at Smithsonian Museum Over ‘Inaccurate’ History
President Trump has ordered the Interior Department to install warning signs at the Smithsonian, citing alleged radical bias and historical inaccuracies.
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India’s ‘Cockroach’ Movement Ousts Education Minister as Protests Challenge Modi’s Grip
India’s education minister resigned following massive youth-led protests over exam leaks, marking a rare political setback for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns as Education Minister Amid NEET-UG Paper Leak Crisis
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned, citing moral responsibility for the NEET-UG paper leak controversy that triggered nationwide protests.
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Trump Orders Warning Signage Around Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History
President Trump has ordered the installation of signage outside the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History to warn visitors of alleged ideological bias.
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Hunter Biden and Nick Fuentes Discuss Polarization in Channel 5 Interview
Hunter Biden and activist Nick Fuentes appeared in a Channel 5 interview to discuss cancel culture, the impact of deplatforming, and political radicalization.
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Michigan Democratic Senate Primary: Progressive El-Sayed Challenges Establishment Favorite Stevens in High-Stakes Battle
Progressive Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s bid to upset establishment candidate Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Senate primary triggers a fierce clash over corporate campaign cash.
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Donald Trump Addresses Rescheduled WHCA Dinner, Blending Calls for Unity with Sharp Attacks and a ‘Trump 2028’ Joke
Donald Trump addressed the rescheduled WHCA dinner, shifting from calls for unity following an April shooting to sharp personal attacks on rivals.
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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Endorses Representative Haley Stevens in Heated Democratic U.S. Senate Primary
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s endorsement of Rep. Haley Stevens has intensified a high-stakes Senate primary clash with progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
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Nigerian Budget Office Defends N1.3 Billion Allocation to Disowned ‘Phantom’ Agency
The Nigerian Budget Office has defended a N1.3 billion allocation to the PFIPC, a ‘phantom’ agency disowned by the presidency, exposing deep administrative flaws.
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Endorses Haley Stevens in High-Stakes Democratic Senate Primary
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens to break a tied Senate primary against progressive Abdul El-Sayed just days before the August 4 vote.
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Usha Vance shares family photos featuring newborn Alec Neel Vance
Second lady Usha Vance released the first official photos of her family of six, including newborn Alec Neel Vance, marking a rare historical milestone.
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Trump’s ‘Pinky Herman’ Slip-Up Highlights Strategy of Nickname-Based Political Warfare
Donald Trump’s recent mix-up of Senator Jon Ossoff’s nickname at a Georgia rally highlights the risks of his signature, often volatile, political branding.
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Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin Resigns Amid Political Tension
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned, citing health reasons, as the government prepares for the return of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina.
