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Deutsche Welle

ANC Faces Challenges After Poor Election Results in South Africa

The ANC is addressing the implications of its poor local election results, which have raised concerns about public dissatisfaction with service delivery. Experts indicate that this may signal a political shift in South Africa.

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Deutsche Welle

Senate Committee Requests Testimony from Lutnick and Huang Regarding Nvidia

The Senate Banking Committee, led by Chairman Tim Scott, has requested testimony from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. This follows demands from House Republicans for closed-door interviews concerning national security issues.

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Al Jazeera English

US ICE reports high number of deportations in 2026

ICE reported 483,200 deportations in 2026, marking a significant figure. Democrats are set to investigate the methods employed by ICE in these deportations.

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The Daily Beast

Katie Miller Influences White House Staffing Following Stephen Miller's Promotion

Katie Miller has been influential in White House staffing changes following her husband Stephen Miller's promotion to chief of staff. Sources indicate the couple has been seeking new staff after recent departures, although Katie Miller will not join the administration. Stephen Miller aims to streamline operations and has not filled certain key roles.

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washingtonsun.com

Democrats Investigate Trump's Approval of Nvidia Chip Exports to China

Democrats are investigating President Trump's approval of Nvidia chip exports to China, alleging it followed a $26 million contribution to his priorities. Concerns include national security warnings and a lack of due diligence in the approval process. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned amid these allegations and is expected to testify.

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The Daily Beast

Internal Communications Reveal Corey Lewandowski's Role at DHS

Leaked messages reveal Corey Lewandowski's influential role at the Department of Homeland Security during Kristi Noem's leadership. He was involved in deportation planning and received high-level briefings, raising concerns about transparency and oversight. American Oversight has called for a congressional investigation into the department's practices.

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Breitbart

House Democrats Launch Inquiry into Trump Fundraiser Meredith O’Rourke

House Democrats are opening an inquiry into Meredith O’Rourke, a key Trump fundraiser, focusing on her role in raising over $800 million in corporate donations. Concerns have been raised about potential corruption and quid pro quo arrangements involving major donors. O’Rourke's spokesperson has rejected these claims as unfounded.

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New York Times — US

Howard Lutnick Adjusts Stance on Nvidia Amid Regulatory Discussions

Howard Lutnick has had ongoing disagreements with officials regarding the regulation of advanced technology sales to Asia, specifically focusing on Nvidia's chip sales. Recently, he has adopted a softer stance amid growing calls for stricter controls.

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Axios

House Democrats Encounter Challenges Following Recent Floor Votes

House Democrats faced difficulties this week with unexpected Republican victories during a critical transition period. Key votes were impacted by absences among Democratic members, leading to criticism of leadership effectiveness. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries highlighted a successful vote on a veterans bill, while some members expressed frustration over the incidents.

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Axios

Senate Democrats May Find Unlikely Allies Among Republican Senators

Senate Democrats could find support from certain Republican senators to break filibusters in the next Congress. Senators Josh Hawley, Jim Banks, Bernie Moreno, and Eric Schmitt have previously collaborated with Democrats and may be open to bipartisan legislation on issues like healthcare and Social Security.

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