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Natembeya Under Fire as Senate Probes Ksh9.4M Kitale Hospital Fund Misuse

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By EoK Editorial: Governor George Natembeya before the Senate Committee  Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is facing intense Senate scrutiny following revelations by the Auditor General that Kitale Referral Hospitalā€™s financial records are in disarray, with Ksh9.4 million withdrawn illegally to fund the countyā€™s participation in the 2023 Devolution Conference. The Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee, led by Senator Godfrey Osotsi (Vihiga), termed the financial mismanagement a blatant violation of public finance laws. The Auditor Generalā€™s disclaimer on the 2023/2024 financial statements pointed to missing financial records from previous years, making an accurate audit impossible. ā€œGovernor, public funds must be properly accounted for. The Auditor General couldnā€™t even form an opinion on these statements. This isnā€™t just an anomaly, itā€™s a direct indictment of your administrationā€™s financial incompetence,ā€ Senator Osotsi declared during the Senate grillin...

Obama Congratulates Judge Susan Crawford on Victory in Wisconsin Judicial Race

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  By EoK Editorial  Former US President, Barack Obama  Madison, WI ā€“ Former U.S. President Barack Obama has congratulated Judge Susan Crawford on her victory in Wisconsinā€™s closely watched judicial election, calling it a win for the rule of law and judicial independence. "Congratulations to Judge Susan Crawford on her victory, and to the people of Wisconsin for electing a judge who believes in the rule of law and protecting our freedoms," Obama said in a statement following the election results. Wisconsinites Reject Outside Influence Judge Crawfordā€™s win signals a strong public stand against external influences in the judicial system. In her victory speech, she emphasized the importance of keeping the courts fair and independent. "Tonight, Wisconsinites stood up and said loudly that justice does not have a priceā€”our courts are not for sale," she declared. Photo: Judge Susan Crawford  Crawfordā€™s campaign focused on ensuring that Wisconsin courts remain impartial and ...

Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Draws National Attention Amid High-Profile Endorsements and Unprecedented Spending

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By EoK Editorial   President Donald Trump, USA //EoK The Wisconsin Supreme Court election, set for today April 1, 2025, has become a focal point of national interest due to significant financial contributions and endorsements from prominent figures, including President Donald J. Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk. President Trump's Endorsement President Trump has publicly endorsed conservative candidate Brad Schimel, a former Republican attorney general. In a statement on his social media platform, Trump criticized Schimel's opponent, Susan Crawford, labeling her the "handpicked voice of the Leftists who are out to destroy your State, and our Country."  Elon Musk's Financial Involvement Elon Musk has actively participated in the election by providing substantial financial support to Schimel's campaign. Musk and affiliated groups have contributed over $21 million, making this the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history. Additionally, Musk's political ac...

Kenyaā€™s Battle for Digital Integrity

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By Maurine Ngari, Student, KCAU As artificial intelligence continues to transform possibilities, the rapid and unpredictable pace of technological advancement leaves the world grappling with a delicate balance between innovation and misinformation. At least 75% of Kenyan news consumers cannot distinguish between real and fake news on social media. This is according to a survey by Reuters institute  Kenya is not being left behind and has found itself at the crossroads of both. Deepfake technology is considered one of the controversial advancements in artificial intelligence. This synthetic media manipulates images, videos, and audio to come up with hyper-realistic but falsified content. Whereas deepfakes offer endless exciting possibilities for entertainment and education, on the other hand, they pose serious threats to democracy and governance, and the damage is irreversible. Deepfake technology has been employed in Kenya's politics to disseminate misinformation. Politicians, acti...

Pelosi and Warren Condemn President Trump's Pursuit of Unconstitutional Third Term

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By EoK Team  Washington, D.C. ā€“ In a bold challenge to President Donald Trump's recent assertions about seeking a third term, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Senator Elizabeth Warren have voiced strong opposition, accusing the President of undermining the Constitution and neglecting the needs of American families. President Trump, who was inaugurated for a second, non-consecutive term on January 20, 2025, has sparked controversy by suggesting he may pursue a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment's clear two-term limit.  Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) responded emphatically, stating; "The president is not a king. The Constitution could not be clearer: No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice. Donald Trump would rather fantasize about a fictional third term than do anything to lower costs for working families." Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi echoed these sentiments, criticizing the administration's economic policies:  "Donald T...