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Mark Menzies: MP quits Conservatives after claims he misused party funds: The party says it could not conclude he misused funds. but finds he showed a "pattern ...
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Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Sakaja in the cross hairs of lawmakers over audit queries: Sakaja is facing an onslaught from the Senate where he has snubbed summons of various committees for ...
standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001493657/sakaja-in-the-cross-hairs-of-lawmakers-over-audit-queries
Democrats retake control of Michigan Statehouse after special election wins: Democratic candidates Peter Herzberg and Mai Xiong are projected to win their ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4599485-democrats-retake-control-of-michigan-statehouse-after-special-election-wins/
Why George Natembeya’s Tawe movement is giving Wetang’ula sleepless nights: Caught in the crossfire is CS Susan Nakhumincha.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/why-george-natembeya-s-tawe-movement-is-giving-wetang-ula-sleepless-nights-4588514
Wetangula and Natembeya fight for supremacy in western region: President Ruto wants Kenya Kwanza affiliate parties to dissolve and join UDA ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001492973/wetangula-and-natembeya-fight-for-supremacy-in-western-region
UDA targets 540,000 officials in grassroots elections: Cleophas Malala said UDA plans to ensure successful elections with the highest number of officials elected ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493402/uda-targets-540000-officials-in-grassroots-elections
Too young to retire: Politics of term limits keeps friends, foes on edge : The current Constitution does not allow a President to serve for more than 10 years
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/too-young-to-retire-politics-of-term-limits-keeps-friends-foes-on-edge--4590708
2027 elections: The tall mountain Kalonzo Musyoka has to climb : Kalonzo has formed a think-tank on how to win over vote-rich region.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/2027-elections-the-tall-mountain-kalonzo-musyoka-has-to-climb--4589562
We'll not allow opponents to infiltrate polls, says UDA: The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Elections Board has vowed to prevent infiltration of the ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493789/well-not-allow-opponents-to-infiltrate-polls-says-uda
Jitters in UDA as Gachagua camp feels threatened by three deputies: There is a provision for three deputy party leaders, hence the apprehension among DP’s allies ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493158/jitters-in-uda-as-gachagua-camp-feels-threatened-by-three-deputies
UDA sibling rivalry intensifies in Narok ahead of party elections: Governor Ntutu is spearheading campaigns for himself while another faction led by former ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493526/uda-sibling-rivalry-intensifies-in-narok-ahead-of-party-elections
DP Gachagua in President Ruto’s footstep in plot to take over UDA: President Ruto's UDA is set to begin the first phase of its elections next week.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/dp-gachagua-in-president-ruto-s-footstep-in-plot-to-take-over-uda-4593648
How Ukambani politics played role in revocation of Caroline Mueke EAC nomination
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/how-ukambani-politics-played-role-in-revocation-of-caroline-mueke-eac-nomination--4593032
UDA’s ambitious Sh260m budget for countrywide grassroots polls: The ruling outfit is pulling all the stops to ensure a credible exercise.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/uda-s-ambitious-sh260m-budget-for-countrywide-grassroots-polls-4596696
Ghosts of VPs Jaramogi, Saitoti humiliation could come back to haunt DP Rigathi Gachagua
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/ghosts-of-vps-jaramogi-saitoti-humiliation-could-come-back-to-haunt-dp-rigathi-gachagua-4589530
Earthquake II: Why ANC, UDA merger will shift power dynamics in Mudavadi, Gachagua duel
nation.africa/kenya/weekly-review/-earthquake-ii-why-anc-uda-merger-will-shift-power-dynamics-in-mudavadi-gachagua-duel--4590092
Court clears way for party hopping case against governor: Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo could lose his seat for decamping to the ruling United Democratic Alliance ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001492735/court-clears-way-for-party-hopping-case-against-governor
UDA puts final touches on plans for grassroots polls: Five counties, Nairobi, Narok, West Pokot, Busia and Homa Bay to hold drive on Wednesday, April 24.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/uda-puts-final-touches-on-plans-for-grassroots-polls-4601220
Rumble in ANC: You are on your own, party officials tell Mudavadi: Milemba says party supporters they are here to stay.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/rumble-in-anc-you-are-on-your-own-party-officials-tell-mudavadi-4586660
Jitters in UDA as Gachagua camp feels threatened by three deputies: There is a provision for three deputy party leaders, hence the apprehension among DP’s allies ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493158/jitters-in-uda-as-gachagua-camp-feels-threatened-by-three-deputies
Kawira Mwangaza: The proverbial cat with nine lives bets on UDA for survival: She cuts the figure of a fighter armed with a cocktail of political strategies and ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001492772/mwangaza-the-proverbial-cat-with-nine-lives-bets-on-uda-for-survival
We are being discriminated, say Mwangaza assembly allies: Meru County Assembly has 69 MCAs but only 13 are close to Ms Mwangaza. They claimed the assembly ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493222/we-are-being-discriminated-say-mwangaza-assembly-allies
Inside Musalia Mudavadi’s game plan in UDA merger gamble: He resigned as ANC leader just a month after Ruto was sworn into office.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/inside-musalia-mudavadi-s-game-plan-in-uda-merger-gamble-4591596
Democrats’ investments in their multiracial coalition are already paying off: We know voters of color are critical for Democrats’ path to taking back the House — ...
thehill.com/opinion/campaign/4600425-democrats-investments-in-their-multiracial-coalition-are-already-paying-off/
We're not folding to join UDA, Musalia Mudavadi's ANC says: Mudavadi's party refutes reports of seeking to join President Ruto's UDA.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/we-re-not-folding-to-join-uda-musalia-mudavadi-s-anc-says-4585068
Why Musalia Mudavadi plan to fold ANC will unsettle DP Gachagua: He recently hinted at another wave of a ‘political earthquake’.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/why-musalia-mudavadi-plan-to-fold-anc-will-unsettle-dp-gachagua-4583920
Raila, Ruto parties change tack in grassroots polls: The two leading parties opted to stagger their grassroots elections amid months of jostling ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001492727/raila-ruto-parties-change-tack-in-grassroots-polls
Political game Tawe Movement is playing: Politicians in a modern democratic polity will not employ direct ethnic language.
nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/opinion/political-game-tawe-movement-is-playing-4589318
Big money: President Ruto's UDA to collect more than Sh300m in party polls : United Democratic Alliance is set to hold phased grassroots polls between April ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/president-ruto-s-uda-to-collect-more-than-sh300m-in-party-polls-4585164
Gachagua extends overtures to ODM coastal leaders: The DP promises to look for investors to set camp in Malindi to revive the tourism sector.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/gachagua-extends-overtures-to-odm-coastal-leaders-4580982
How Abortion, and IVF, Flipped an Alabama State House Seat: Marilyn Lands’s victory in a special election provided an early blueprint for Democrats who are eager ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/us/politics/alabama-abortion-ivf-house-seat.html
CDP-backed candidates seen leading in all three Japan by-elections: Candidates backed by the main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan are in the ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/23/japan/politics/japan-opposition-party-by-elections/
Time running out to apply for voter ID: If you have not got photo ID, the deadline to apply for your voter authority certificate is 5pm tomorrow
leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/time-running-out-apply-voter-9241505
Mohamad: Party that won last GE fields candidate in by-election: SEREMBAN: Political parties in the unity government have an understanding that the candidate in ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/21/mohamad-party-that-won-last-ge-fields-candidate-in-by-election
Liberia: Low Turnout of Voters, Peaceful Poll in Nimba Senatorial By-election: Sanniquellei, Nimba Countym – Voting commenced in some of the precinct centers in ...
frontpageafricaonline.com/front-slider/liberia-low-turnout-of-voters-peaceful-poll-in-nimba-senatorial-by-election/
Patriotic Alliance fishing for potential Oudtshoorn by-election gains aided by minnow parties
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-23-patriotic-alliance-fishing-for-potential-oudtshoorn-by-election-gains-aided-by-minnow-parties/
Gerakan wants to contest: KUALA LUMPUR: Despite its candidate losing in Kuala Kubu Baru during last year’s Selangor state election ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/21/gerakan-wants-to-contest
Donald Trump’s historic hush money criminal trial: Live updates: The Manhattan DA's case is the culmination of a multi-year investigation into Trump and ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/15/donald-trumps-historic-hush-money-criminal-trial-live-updates/
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
'Why do we need Voter ID?': an open letter to York's returning officer: 'Why do we need Voter ID?': an open letter to York's returning officer
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24271663.why-need-voter-id--open-letter-yorks-returning-officer/
By-polls: Cellular services to remain suspended in parts of Punjab, Balochistan: The federal government has decided to temporarily suspend cellular services in ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180541-by-polls-cellular-services-to-remain-suspended-in-parts-of-punjab-balochistan
MP Report card | Mansukh Vasava, BJP Constituency – Bharuch: Since the 1998 bypolls. Mansukh Vasava has been representing the constituency in the lower house of ...
indianexpress.com/elections/mp-report-card-mansukh-vasava-bjp-constituency-bharuch-9285238/
PTI cries foul in by-polls, announces nationwide protests: Terming the entire exercise of Sunday’s by-elections on 21 national and provincial seats “fraudulent” ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1181191-pti-cries-foul-in-by-polls-announces-nationwide-protests
PN will shatter BN-Harapan 'cracked' relationship, says Sanusi: PN will use it to its advantage in KKB polls, he says.
malaysiakini.com/news/703250
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KKB by-election: Spirit of unity govt must be protected, says Zambry: PETALING JAYA: The unity government was built on the spirit of understanding and teamwork ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/22/kkb-by-election-spirit-of-unity-govt-must-be-protected-says-zambry
Devon councillor's sudden death will trigger by-election: “He was a natural in his role from his very first day in the job”
devonlive.com/news/devon-news/torbay-councillors-sudden-death-could-9231661
Japan's LDP may lose 3 lower house seats in by-elections on April 28: Kyodo survey - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240422/p2g/00m/0na/003000c
When City of Lincoln Council election results will be announced: Voting will take place on May 2
lincolnshirelive.co.uk/news/lincoln-news/city-lincoln-council-elections-2024-9232613
PML-N terms by-elections satisfactory as PTI alleges rigging: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has termed the Sunday’s by-elections satisfactory while the Pakistan ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180825-pml-n-terms-by-elections-satisfactory-as-pti-alleges-rigging
By-election candidates divided over future of Blackpool Airport: The airport needs to be economically viable
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/politics/by-election-candidates-divided-over-future-of-blackpool-airport-4598364
PML-N worker 'killed' in Punjab amid clashes during by-elections: As violent incidents were reported in Punjab and Balochistan during by-polls ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180800-pml-n-worker-killed-in-punjab-amid-clashes-during-by-elections-2024
Japan Ruling Party Struggles in ‘Kingdom of Conservatives’; Liberal Democratic Party Battered By Fundraising Scandal
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/election/20240417-180958/
Unity govt may announce candidate two days earlier: KUALA LUMPUR: The unity government may announce its candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) by-election ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/19/unity-govt-may-announce-candidate-two-days-earlier
By-polls on 21 NA, provincial seats underway amid high security: Polling for the by-elections on 21 National and provincial assembly seats began on Sunday amid ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180702-by-polls-on-21-na-provincial-seats-underway-amid-high-security
More than 100 people attend hustings to hear from candidates standing in Blackpool South by-elections speak
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/politics/more-than-100-people-attend-hustings-for-blackpool-south-by-election-4596968
Army, Rangers deployed for by-polls: Battle for 21 constituencies today: LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: Polling for by-elections in five National Assembly constituencies and ...
thenews.com.pk/print/1180559-under-army-security-by-polls-in-21-constituencies-today
Candidates face voters at Blackpool South hustings: Around 120 people attended Blackpool Cricket Club to hear from the candidates standing in the forthcoming ...
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/candidates-face-voters-at-blackpool-south-hustings-4597589
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'Defiant' Fazl says election 2024 more rigged than 2018: Expressing his strong resolve against manipulation of poll results, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl chief ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180546-defiant-fazl-says-election-2024-more-rigged-than-2018
By-election candidates pledge to tackle health inequalities: All candidates agree the NHS needs fixing
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/politics/by-election-candidates-pledge-to-tackle-health-inequalities-4598242
Govt okays deployment of military, paramilitary forces for by-polls: ISLAMABAD: Assenting to the Election Commission of Pakistan's request for foolproof ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1180444-govt-okays-deployment-of-military-paramilitary-forces-for-by-polls
Gerakan doubles down on KKB ahead of PN's Monday meeting: Party to push for by-election candidacy in meeting with coalition partners.
malaysiakini.com/news/703040
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Campaign to 'stab' Anwar in KKB polls: Indian voters told to boycott election to give govt a political shivving.
malaysiakini.com/news/702859
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Kishida and Izumi to campaign in must-win Shimane as by-election looms: For Kishida and the LDP, the Shimane race is a must-win contest, while the opposition is ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/19/japan/politics/shimane-election-must-win/
KKB candidate yet to be decided, anyone can run, says Loke: DAP sec-gen says several names have been shortlisted for by-election.
malaysiakini.com/news/702768
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South Korea’s Legislative Election: What Went Wrong for the PPP?: The leadup to the election saw President Yoon Suk-yeol embroiled in a series of damaging ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/south-koreas-legislative-election-what-went-wrong-for-the-ppp/
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In Himachal, BJP faces turbulent task as three dissidents decide to contest bypolls
indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/himachal-pradesh-bjp-dissidents-bypolls-9278900/
Michigan House special elections: Democrats could regain majority 'trifecta': Special elections are taking place Tuesday in a pair of metro Detroit House ...
freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/16/michigan-house-special-elections-democrats-could-regain-majority/73327294007/
Opposition expresses concerns after CAQ MNA jumps to federal Conservatives: Eric Lefebvre's decision to represent his riding of Arthabaska as an independent MNA ...
montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/opposition-expresses-concerns-after-caq-mna-jumps-to-federal-tories
Gerakan eager to contest in KKB by-election: Lau cites five reasons the party deserves a shot.
malaysiakini.com/news/702739
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PTI accuses Punjab govt of rigging ahead of by-elections: ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Secretary General and Leader of the Opposition in the National ...
thenews.com.pk/print/1179245-pti-accuses-punjab-govt-of-rigging-ahead-of-by-elections
Unpacking the chaotic by-election in a scandal-hit Tokyo district: The residents of Tokyo's No. 15 district — which corresponds to the city’s southeastern Koto ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/16/japan/politics/by-election-tokyo-no15/
Bersatu forms panel to woo minority voters: PETALING JAYA: Bersatu has formed a special committee to look into the needs and raise support from Indian and Orang ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/17/bersatu-forms-panel-to-woo-minority-voters
Replacement at VfB Stuttgart - Who will follow Christian Riethmüller?: The VfB has informed its members about the by-election for the position of presidium ...
stuttgarter-nachrichten.de/inhalt.vfb-stuttgart-wer-folgt-auf-christian-riethmueller-so-laeuft-die-nachbesetzung.451ed45c-6e7b-4c0b-9339-cf2cf366cdf0.html
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Cook byelection: Liberal candidate Simon Kennedy wins Scott Morrison’s former seat
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/14/cook-byelection-liberal-candidate-simon-kennedy-wins-scott-morrisons-former-seat
Island’s political model ‘requires major reset’: The news that Sir John Swan is seriously considering running in the pending by-election in Smith’s North speaks ...
royalgazette.com/opinion-writer/opinion/article/20240416/islands-political-model-requires-major-reset/
KKB by-election: Bersatu sets up special committee to look into needs of Indians, Orang Asli
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/16/kkb-by-election-bersatu-sets-up-special-committee-to-look-into-needs-of-indians-orang-asli
Punjab AAP names candidates in remaining 4 ‘tough’ constituencies; fields ex-SAD MLA Tinu in Jalandhar against Channi
indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/punjab-aap-names-candidates-lok-sabha-polls-9273158/
By-elections to determine Kishida’s fate within LDP: Losing in the Shimane No. 1 district, long an LDP stronghold, would mark a major blow to the prime minister.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/15/japan/politics/april-by-elections-preview/
Uddhav attacks Modi-Shah at Palghar rally; Mahayuti allies yet to decide on Palghar candidate
indianexpress.com/article/cities/mumbai/uddhav-attacks-modi-shah-palghar-rally-mahayuti-allies-palghar-candidate-9266791/
Taiwan headline news - Focus Taiwan: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Sunday are as follows:
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404140002
Congestion charge at forefront of voters' minds in Cambridge: For some in the city the controversial proposals, although officially dropped ...
cambridge-news.co.uk/news/cambridge-news/congestion-charge-still-impacting-cambridge-28978765
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