https://africandailypost.com/c/politics Politics en-002 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambia-holds-hichilemas-second-term-inauguration-in-lusaka-e133e2fcd7 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambia-holds-hichilemas-second-term-inauguration-in-lusaka-e133e2fcd7 Zambia held the inauguration of President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President Mutale Nalumango at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka on September 1, 2026, a day declared a public holiday. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:05:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambias-president-hichilema-sworn-in-at-lusaka-stadium-f79c089661 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambias-president-hichilema-sworn-in-at-lusaka-stadium-f79c089661 President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango were sworn in at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka on September 1, 2026, during a public holiday declared for the inauguration. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:04:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-nfl-hiring-cycle-accelerates-as-browns-name-todd-monken-head-coach-and https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-nfl-hiring-cycle-accelerates-as-browns-name-todd-monken-head-coach-and The 2026 NFL hiring cycle continued to move quickly on January 28, with multiple coaching and front-office decisions tracked across the league. Among the latest moves: Cleveland hired Todd Monken as its head coach, while the New York Jets hired Brian Duker as defensive coordinator. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-federal-agents-involved-in-minnesota-fatal-shooting-placed-on-administ https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-federal-agents-involved-in-minnesota-fatal-shooting-placed-on-administ A political storm over immigration enforcement intensified after reports that two federal officers involved in a fatal shooting in Minnesota were placed on administrative leave, as lawmakers demanded accountability from the administration. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-white-house-says-trump-ratified-gaza-board-of-peace-charter-at-davos-c https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-white-house-says-trump-ratified-gaza-board-of-peace-charter-at-davos-c The White House says President Donald Trump formally ratified the charter of a new ‘Board of Peace’ during a ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The administration described the body as an international organization intended to mobilize resources and enforce accountability around Gaza’s demilitarization, governance reform, and rebuilding. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner also spoke at the event, according to the White House account. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-court-filings-say-federal-immigration-agents-detained-a-2-year-old-gir https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-court-filings-say-federal-immigration-agents-detained-a-2-year-old-gir According to court filings described in a national news report, federal immigration agents detained a toddler and her father in Minneapolis and transported them to Texas without a warrant, with the child moved despite a court order requiring her immediate release. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-federal-immigration-enforcement-faces-court-pressure-as-minnesota-judg https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-federal-immigration-enforcement-faces-court-pressure-as-minnesota-judg A federal judge in Minnesota summoned the acting ICE director and warned of possible contempt after allegations that the agency defied court orders in detention cases tied to a major enforcement push. The dispute adds legal and political strain as scrutiny of federal tactics grows. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-without-ice-reforms-as-shutdow https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-without-ice-reforms-as-shutdow Senate Democrats are being urged to demand enforceable limits on ICE operations in exchange for votes needed to pass a DHS funding bill, escalating a standoff that could trigger a partial government shutdown. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:47:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-dc-s-longtime-house-delegate-eleanor-holmes-norton-announces-retiremen https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-dc-s-longtime-house-delegate-eleanor-holmes-norton-announces-retiremen Eleanor Holmes Norton, the District of Columbia’s non-voting delegate to the U.S. House, said she will not seek another term. Her exit ends decades of advocacy for DC statehood and voting rights and sets up the most competitive contest for the seat in a generation. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:43:29 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-house-democrats-escalate-pressure-on-dhs-secretary-kristi-noem-after-m https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-house-democrats-escalate-pressure-on-dhs-secretary-kristi-noem-after-m House Democratic leaders issued a blunt warning: President Trump should remove Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem or face a push to impeach her, after two fatal encounters involving federal immigration agents in Minnesota. The confrontation adds new strain to an already volatile national debate over immigration enforcement and federal accountability. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:37:21 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-texas-sues-delaware-nurse-practitioner-over-alleged-mailing-of-abortio https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-texas-sues-delaware-nurse-practitioner-over-alleged-mailing-of-abortio Texas filed a lawsuit against a Delaware-based nurse practitioner accused of mailing abortion pills into Texas, escalating an ongoing clash between states with strict abortion bans and states with shield laws meant to protect providers. The case raises new questions about cross-state enforcement and how far a state can reach beyond its borders. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:31:46 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-killing-of-minneapolis-nurse-during-immigration-crackdown-fuels-outrag https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-killing-of-minneapolis-nurse-during-immigration-crackdown-fuels-outrag The death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse and U.S. citizen shot by a federal officer in Minneapolis, has amplified legal and political pressure over aggressive immigration enforcement and the growing number of fatalities tied to operations under the Trump administration. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:31:48 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-after-minneapolis-ice-shooting-trump-signals-potential-changes-to-fede https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-after-minneapolis-ice-shooting-trump-signals-potential-changes-to-fede Following a second fatal incident involving federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump suggested his administration is reviewing the operation and could shift how agents work in the city as protests and political pressure intensify. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:18:30 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-bondi-demands-minnesota-voter-rolls-and-welfare-data-tying-request-to- https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-bondi-demands-minnesota-voter-rolls-and-welfare-data-tying-request-to- Attorney General Pam Bondi urged Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to hand over voter-roll and public-assistance data and to roll back sanctuary policies as Minneapolis reels from another fatal ICE-linked shooting. State election officials rejected the request, calling it unlawful and coercive. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:07:13 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-threatens-100-tariff-on-canadian-goods-after-canada-signals-trad https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-threatens-100-tariff-on-canadian-goods-after-canada-signals-trad Tensions between Washington and Ottawa escalated after President Donald Trump warned he could impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian imports if Canada proceeds with a trade deal with China, framing the move as a backdoor route for Chinese goods into the U.S. market. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:44 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-house-panel-moves-toward-renewing-the-national-quantum-initiative-as-l https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-house-panel-moves-toward-renewing-the-national-quantum-initiative-as-l U.S. lawmakers signaled new momentum to reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative, with federal science leaders describing progress since 2018 and warning that workforce shortages could limit U.S. competitiveness. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:47:53 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-signals-possible-changes-to-minneapolis-immigration-enforcement- https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-signals-possible-changes-to-minneapolis-immigration-enforcement- After a second fatal confrontation tied to federal immigration operations in Minneapolis, President Trump suggested the administration is reviewing tactics and hinted agents could leave the city, as protests and political pressure grow. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:43:10 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-says-he-will-review-minnesota-immigration-operation-amid-protest https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-says-he-will-review-minnesota-immigration-operation-amid-protest Political pressure is intensifying over the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota after the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti, with lawsuits, bipartisan calls for investigations, and the White House signaling it may re-evaluate the scale of the operation. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:34:11 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-white-house-pushes-for-investigation-after-minneapolis-protester-kille https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-white-house-pushes-for-investigation-after-minneapolis-protester-kille After the fatal shooting of Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol officer, the White House sought to distance President Donald Trump from incendiary language used by some officials while reiterating support for a full investigation. The incident has intensified scrutiny of a federal immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota and sparked calls for transparency and congressional oversight. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:24:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-protests-intensify-in-minneapolis-after-fatal-ice-shooting-as-federal- https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-protests-intensify-in-minneapolis-after-fatal-ice-shooting-as-federal- Demonstrations continued in Minnesota following the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti during a confrontation involving federal immigration agents. The incident has fueled calls for investigations and intensified political conflict between state leaders and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement and access to voter-roll and welfare data. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:17:08 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-signals-possible-reduction-of-federal-immigration-agents-in-minn https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-trump-signals-possible-reduction-of-federal-immigration-agents-in-minn Amid mounting outrage over a Minneapolis shooting involving federal immigration agents, President Donald Trump told Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz he would consider reducing the number of agents and improving coordination. Legal pressure and public protests continued as scrutiny focused on the operation’s scope and legitimacy. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:10:13 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-attorney-general-demands-minnesota-voter-roll-and-welfare-data-amid-ic https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-26-attorney-general-demands-minnesota-voter-roll-and-welfare-data-amid-ic A report says Attorney General Pam Bondi demanded access to Minnesota voter rolls and welfare program data, tying the request to federal actions involving ICE in the state after a fatal incident in Minneapolis. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:05:36 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-agents-fatal-shooting-of-minneapolis-nurse-sparks-protests-and https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-agents-fatal-shooting-of-minneapolis-nurse-sparks-protests-and The killing of Alex Pretti during an immigration-enforcement related confrontation intensified scrutiny of federal tactics and prompted officials and demonstrators to demand transparency and accountability as protests spread. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:59:45 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-fueling-renewed-p https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-fueling-renewed-p A fatal shooting involving federal agents has intensified criticism of immigration enforcement and helped spark a new wave of protests, while lawmakers discuss potential funding leverage and accountability demands. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:49:19 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-judge-declines-to-block-dhs-policy-requiring-lawmakers-to-give https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-judge-declines-to-block-dhs-policy-requiring-lawmakers-to-give A Washington judge refused to halt a new Department of Homeland Security policy that requires members of Congress to provide advance notice before visiting immigration detention facilities. The ruling lands amid a politically charged debate over ICE oversight and funding ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:38:50 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-hosts-private-melania-documentary-screening-as-minneapolis-shoot https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-hosts-private-melania-documentary-screening-as-minneapolis-shoot President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a private White House screening of an Amazon MGM documentary as anger surged over a fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents. Democrats criticized the timing, warning the incident could reshape the political fight over DHS and ICE funding. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:31:20 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-white-house-screening-draws-criticism-as-minneapolis-shooting-and-prot https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-white-house-screening-draws-criticism-as-minneapolis-shooting-and-prot President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a White House screening of a documentary focused on her perspective, as backlash grew over a federal-agent shooting in Minneapolis and rising protests nationwide. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:20:12 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minneapolis-federal-shooting-fuels-protests-and-sharpens-washington-fi https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minneapolis-federal-shooting-fuels-protests-and-sharpens-washington-fi A fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis triggered protests and renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement tactics. Democrats signaled they may try to use funding leverage to force changes, while the administration defended the agent and framed the incident as a security matter. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:10:22 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-march-for-life-draws-new-energy-as-jd-vance-courts-activists-and-the-m https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-march-for-life-draws-new-energy-as-jd-vance-courts-activists-and-the-m The 2026 March for Life in Washington, D.C., blended longstanding religious advocacy with influencer-era organizing and sharper partisan signaling. Vice President JD Vance headlined the rally as activists emphasized voter mobilization and post-Roe strategy, amid the movement’s recalibration after the death of conservative organizer Charlie Kirk. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:00:27 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-senate-democrats-threaten-funding-blockade-after-minneapolis-shooting- https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-senate-democrats-threaten-funding-blockade-after-minneapolis-shooting- Democrats in the U.S. Senate say they may block a major government funding bill after a fatal Minneapolis shooting involving federal agents during an immigration-related operation. The death has intensified scrutiny of enforcement tactics and raised the political stakes ahead of a looming funding deadline. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:50:24 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-schumer-says-senate-democrats-will-block-funding-package-if-it-include https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-schumer-says-senate-democrats-will-block-funding-package-if-it-include Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats plan to block a government funding package if it includes Department of Homeland Security money, following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis. The dispute raises the risk of a shutdown fight as lawmakers demand accountability and changes to immigration enforcement practices. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:40:15 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minnesota-shooting-by-federal-agent-intensifies-political-fight-over-i https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minnesota-shooting-by-federal-agent-intensifies-political-fight-over-i A fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis has fueled nationwide protests and sharpened a partisan confrontation over immigration enforcement, with Democrats threatening funding action and the White House defending federal officers’ conduct. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:34:04 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-backlash-builds-over-minneapolis-killing-as-democrats-threaten-dhs-fun https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-backlash-builds-over-minneapolis-killing-as-democrats-threaten-dhs-fun After the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Democrats signaled they may block or condition Department of Homeland Security funding in response to concerns about immigration enforcement actions. The episode is amplifying calls for investigations, clearer rules of engagement, and stricter accountability. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:25:33 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-democrats-threaten-dhs-funding-fight-after-minneapolis-shooting-as-scr https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-democrats-threaten-dhs-funding-fight-after-minneapolis-shooting-as-scr Washington’s budget battle sharpened after a fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis, with Democrats warning they could block funding if homeland security dollars are not tied to stronger oversight and restrictions. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:14:05 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agent-fuels-protests-and-funding-stand https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agent-fuels-protests-and-funding-stand The fatal shooting of an ICU nurse by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis has intensified protests and sharpened political pressure on the Trump administration. Democrats signaled they may use funding leverage to demand accountability and changes in enforcement tactics. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:07:56 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-fatal-federal-shooting-in-minneapolis-sparks-protests-and-demands-for- https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-fatal-federal-shooting-in-minneapolis-sparks-protests-and-demands-for- Anger intensified nationwide after the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis nurse by federal agents, fueling protests and renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement. Demonstrators and some elected officials are calling for accountability and changes to federal operations, while the administration has faced criticism over its characterization of the incident. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:03:57 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-unveils-board-of-peace-but-allies-hesitate-as-structure-and-auth https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-unveils-board-of-peace-but-allies-hesitate-as-structure-and-auth Trump says the new body could help sustain a Gaza ceasefire and take on wider conflicts, yet several close partners declined involvement and officials offered few specifics about how the board would operate. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:58:22 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-senate-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-after-minneapolis-shoot https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-senate-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-after-minneapolis-shoot Senate Democrats say they will resist a major funding package if it includes Department of Homeland Security money, pointing to anger over a fatal federal agent-involved shooting and broader concerns about immigration enforcement accountability. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:54:09 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-officer-kills-minneapolis-man-during-immigration-crackdown-pro https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-federal-officer-kills-minneapolis-man-during-immigration-crackdown-pro A federal immigration officer shot and killed 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis during an enforcement operation, triggering clashes between protesters and federal officers and prompting Gov. Tim Walz to mobilize the Minnesota National Guard to assist local police. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:51:00 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-congress-moves-toward-a-1-2-trillion-funding-package-to-avert-a-shutdo https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-congress-moves-toward-a-1-2-trillion-funding-package-to-avert-a-shutdo Lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan plan to avoid a shutdown ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline, but Homeland Security funding faces heightened scrutiny amid controversy surrounding federal enforcement actions. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:46:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-draws-criticism-for-hosting-a-melania-documentary-screening-as-m https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-25-trump-draws-criticism-for-hosting-a-melania-documentary-screening-as-m The White House hosted a private screening of an Amazon MGM documentary centered on First Lady Melania Trump, drawing backlash from Democrats as controversy over a fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents fueled calls for tougher oversight and budget pressure. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:22:18 GMT