12 h. ago Biden slams Trump’s Social Security Cuts in first Public Speech

Joe Biden, the former President of the United States, strongly criticized the policies of the Donald Trump administration regarding the Social Security system in his first public speech after leaving office. On Tuesday, April 15, Biden addressed the “Supporters, Advisors, and Representatives of the Disabled” (ACRD) conference in Chicago, describing the current administration’s actions as […] The post Biden slams Trump’s Social Security Cuts in first Public Speech appeared first on Khaama Press.

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42 h. ago Trump wants to cut the State Dept. budget by 50% and reduce Foreign Aid by 75%

The Trump administration plans to cut the State Department budget by 50% and reduce foreign aid by 75%. President Donald Trump’s administration is proposing a drastic reduction to the State Department budget for fiscal 2026, aiming to cut more than $30 billion. This plan could result in the closure of nearly 30 U.S. diplomatic missions […] The post Trump wants to cut the State Dept. budget by 50% and reduce Foreign Aid by 75% appeared first on Khaama Press.

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45 h. ago Trump freezes $2.2 billion in Harvard Funds after rejection of demands

Trump’s administration froze $2 billion in Harvard’s federal funds after the university rejected demands to change its policies. The White House announced on April 14, 2025, that it has frozen over $2.2 billion in federal funding to Harvard University. This decision follows Harvard’s refusal to comply with the Trump administration’s demands to dismantle its diversity, […] The post Trump freezes $2.2 billion in Harvard Funds after rejection of demands appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 d. ago Trump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Afghans

Trump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Afghans  NPR

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4 d. ago Trump administration ending temporary protected status for nationals from Afghanistan and Cameroon

Trump administration ending temporary protected status for nationals from Afghanistan and Cameroon  Scripps News

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5 d. ago US resumes emergency food aid, excludes Afghanistan and Yemen

The U.S. has resumed emergency food aid to several countries, excluding Afghanistan and Yemen, where humanitarian needs remain extremely urgent. The U.S. Department of State and American officials have confirmed to the Associated Press that the Trump administration has resumed emergency food aid to several countries, including Somalia, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Ecuador. However, […] The post US resumes emergency food aid, excludes Afghanistan and Yemen appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Trump plans $998 daily fines for migrants who ignore deportation orders

The Trump administration plans to impose daily fines of $998 on migrants who refuse to leave the U.S. after deportation orders. The Trump administration has proposed a stringent measure targeting undocumented immigrants who have received deportation orders but remain in the United States. The plan involves imposing daily fines of $998 on these individuals, with […] The post Trump plans $998 daily fines for migrants who ignore deportation orders appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago US Moves to End Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan, WFP Calls It ‘Death Sentence’ for Millions

US Moves to End Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan, WFP Calls It ‘Death Sentence’ for Millions  KabulNow

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8 d. ago Trump administration moves to end US aid to Afghanistan, Reuters reports

Trump administration moves to end US aid to Afghanistan, Reuters reports  Amu TV

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9 d. ago Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say

Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk, aid sources say  Reuters

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9 d. ago Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say By Reuters

Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say By Reuters  Investing.com

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9 d. ago Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say

Remaining Afghanistan, Yemen aid hit by new Trump administration cuts, sources say  Reuters

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1 week ago Trump administration is right not to normalize relations with the Taliban

Trump administration is right not to normalize relations with the Taliban  Washington Examiner

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1 week ago US Strategy on Afghanistan may shift amid growing terrorist threats: Report

The Hudson Institute reports emerging signs of a shift in the U.S. approach to Afghanistan, with a new strategy expected. The Hudson Institute in the U.S. has recently published an article suggesting subtle signs of a shift in the Trump administration’s approach to Afghanistan. The report indicated that a new strategy regarding Central Asia is […] The post US Strategy on Afghanistan may shift amid growing terrorist threats: Report appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration  CNN

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2 w. ago Trump Administration fires over 10,000 US Health Agency employees

The Trump administration has begun firing over 10,000 employees from U.S. health agencies, including key leadership and staff. The Trump administration began a massive layoff of 10,000 healthcare workers on Tuesday, according to Reuters. Some employees were barred from entering their workplaces only hours after receiving notice of their dismissal. These workers were employed in […] The post Trump Administration fires over 10,000 US Health Agency employees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Family urges Trump to release US citizen from Taliban Custody

The family of a U.S. citizen urges the Trump administration to secure his release from Taliban custody, demanding swift action. Following the release of another U.S. citizen from Taliban custody, the family of Mahmood Shah Habibi, an Afghan-American detained by the Taliban for over two and a half years, has urged the Trump administration to […] The post Family urges Trump to release US citizen from Taliban Custody appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago US denies entry to Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran

Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran are facing U.S. entry bans due to stricter border policies under Trump’s administration. According to the Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail, some Canadian citizens born in Iran and Afghanistan have faced denial of entry to the United States after undergoing intense questioning at the border. This development […] The post US denies entry to Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago US to end funding for children’s Vaccination Programs in poorest countries

Reports indicated that the Trump administration is planning to reduce its financial aid to the GAVI organization, a global entity that plays a crucial role in providing vaccinations for children in low-income countries. This move could significantly impact vaccination efforts in regions that rely heavily on international support to combat preventable diseases and ensure the […] The post US to end funding for children’s Vaccination Programs in poorest countries appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago White House slams Biden for failing to hold officials accountable in Afghanistan withdrawal

Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, criticized the Biden administration for its failure to hold officials accountable for the “disastrous” U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it “outrageous.” Leavitt responded to reporters’ questions about the disclosure of chat group information involving senior U.S. security officials, stating that the Trump administration ignored national security concerns raised by Democrats […] The post White House slams Biden for failing to hold officials accountable in Afghanistan withdrawal appeared first on Khaama Press.

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