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At the Jewish Federations of North America's General Assembly in Washington, D.C., Senator Ted Cruz argued that the $3.8 billion in annual military aid to Israel targets shared enemies like Hamas and Hezbollah, saving U.S. lives and costs while benefiting American defense firms. He highlighted Israel's Mossad providing critical intelligence to Washington and noted post-October 7, 2023, additional aid exceeding $14 billion amid regional conflicts. Cruz warned of declining support for Israel among young Republicans influenced by social media, citing GOP tensions between traditional hawks and an isolationist 'America First' wave.

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Senator Ted Cruz slammed U.S. aid to Israel as a mere 'pittance' that delivers priceless intelligence and security gains for America.

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The gaffe happened on March 5 amid U.S.-Iran tensions, when Kashyap misinterpreted a White House reference to the 1979 hostage crisis as a fresh event. Panelist Pranay Upadhyay swiftly corrected her, explaining the U.S. embassy closed after revolutionaries held 52 Americans for 444 days. Kashyap apologized on air and dropped the headline, but clips drew widespread ridicule for highlighting lapses in live TV fact-checking.

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In a live broadcast, anchor Anjana Om Kashyap urgently announced Iranian terrorists seizing 66 Americans at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran—with a 'War Breaking' banner flashing behind her.

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State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed sarcastically defended President William Ruto's punctuality, visibility, and dedication to work in response to criticisms of autocratic tendencies and excessive personal supervision raised by David Makali. The remarks quoted Makali's post accusing Ruto of micromanagement. The defense sparked polarized debate between supporters praising Ruto's hands-on approach and critics labeling it unproductive.

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Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement on Citizen TV's JKLive on June 17, praising its focus on accountability, manufacturing, education, and healthcare. He warned Sifuna cannot succeed in 2027 without partnering with regional leaders like former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, whom he called the voice of Mt. Kenya. The move highlights opposition fractures and Ruto's efforts to hold onto the pivotal 7 million Mt. Kenya voters ahead of next year's elections.

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On live TV, Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata publicly endorsed his old university classmate, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, while stressing the need for Mt. Kenya alliances.

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The Joint Committee of the Cabinet met in Nairobi to assess flagship programs under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), which focuses on agriculture, MSMEs, housing, healthcare, and digital growth. Cabinet Secretaries like Rebecca Miano and Wycliffe Oparanya shared updates on social media, stressing ministry alignment for faster service delivery and tangible gains for Kenyans. Principal Secretary Idris Dokota highlighted a whole-of-government push for evidence-based decisions, with recommendations now headed to the full Cabinet amid efforts to meet Vision 2030 goals.

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In a bustling morning session at Harambee House Annex, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led Cabinet leaders in reviewing Kenya's economic blueprint to speed up real benefits for everyday people.

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Mutuse led the impeachment motion against Gachagua, approved by the National Assembly on October 8, 2024, with 282 votes and upheld by the Senate 54-13 on October 17. Kuria, a Mt. Kenya politician, lamented the move weakened regional strength during a Tuesday TV interview, sparking floods of posts like 'Mutuse Saved Kenya' and jabs at Gachagua's divisive style. While supporters cheer it as accountability, others like influencer @amerix warn of rising tribal vengeance ahead of 2027 elections, with Gachagua still rallying against President Ruto.

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Kenyan social media erupted in memes hailing MP Mwengi Mutuse as Kenya's savior after Moses Kuria called Rigathi Gachagua's 2024 ouster unnecessary.

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His website, peoplesiebc.org, lets volunteer agents snap photos of Form 34A tally sheets from Kenya's 55,000 polling stations, with AI processing them into a public dashboard that mirrors the official IEBC portal. A key feature, 'results kwa Kabambe,' allows texting tallies via basic phones and WhatsApp during blackouts, addressing fears from the disputed 2022 election. Amid Gen Z pushes like #TukoKadi driving youth registrations, Miringa urges everyone to register, sparking cheers for transparency and worries over scalability as August 2027 approaches.

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Daniel Miringa, a young AI whiz, built a tool so Kenyans can upload polling station tallies and track votes live—even if the internet cuts out.

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Siaya Governor James Orengo, a Kenyan opposition figure, participated in the Maandamano ya Leo protest by riding a bicycle. This method echoes his past tactics used to evade police during opposition events.

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At Nairobi's Kenyatta International Convention Centre on Thursday, the Mumbi Nyakinyua na Thingira Nairobi Chapter initiated nominated Senator Karen Nyamu as Nyakinyua, a title for women who have raised families and can guide society through councils and ceremonies. Dressed in traditional attire, she received blessings amid dances and political endorsements from figures like Anne Wamuratha and Sabina Chege, boosting her bid for Nairobi Woman Representative in 2027. Nyamu compared herself to Queen Esther, pledging to stay near President Ruto to advocate for her community. The event drew mixed views, with supporters calling it historic and critics questioning if it fits sacred traditions given her personal life.

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Surrounded by elders in flowing orange robes and cowrie shells, Karen Nyamu sipped brew from a horn and joined songs with women, marking her rise to a revered Kikuyu elder status.

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IMC Construction Kenya, fully owned by Chivayo, partnered with China's CCCC and CRBC for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's expansion, which includes a new terminal for 10-15 million more passengers yearly and a second runway by 2029. The Sh375 billion project follows the 2024 collapse of an Adani Group bid amid bribery charges and protests, with critics like the Law Society of Kenya decrying lack of transparency and Chivayo's ZANU-PF ties plus past convictions for theft and undelivered solar projects. Kenyans online highlighted the irony by comparing JKIA to Harare's recently upgraded airport, questioning why Chivayo isn't fixing things at home first, while calls mount for full tender details.

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Kenyan media revealed that a firm owned by Wicknell Chivayo, a Zimbabwean with a fraud-tainted past, has joined the massive $2.9 billion airport upgrade—just after photos surfaced of him meeting President Ruto at State House.

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The 70-year-old opposition leader and his aide filed a High Court suit in Kampala against Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, citing posts like one threatening to 'hang KB on Heroes’ Day' and calling Besigye a 'dead man walking.' They also name two UPDF officers for his alleged abduction from Nairobi in November 2024, seeking to halt his death-penalty treason trial and win damages. Justice Emmanuel Baguma set Muhoozi's defense deadline for June 18 and a hearing for June 30, coinciding with the stalled treason proceedings boycotted by lawyers over access and bias issues.

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Dr. Kizza Besigye, detained over 570 days, took his fight to court this week, accusing Uganda's army chief of posting death threats that undermine his fair trial rights.

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The hashtag #UhuruLeaveUsAlone climbed to the top of trends as users expressed irritation over Kenyatta's ongoing political role, linking it to economic woes like debt and market dips from his 2018-2022 tenure. This follows President William Ruto's UDA party's sweep of four by-elections on February 26, 2024, and sharp criticism from UDA's Hassan Omar urging restraint. Kenyatta, now aligned with opposition Azimio la Umoja, has responded by emphasizing his AU peace envoy duties, while his camp denies interference claims amid 2027 election tensions.

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After Uhuru Kenyatta's former ally won key by-elections, frustration boiled over with calls for the ex-president to let the new government focus on recovery.

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