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Kamala Harris Reaffirms Commitment to Border Security During U.S.-Mexico Visit
Vice President Kamala Harris took to her X handle, formerly known as Twitter, to emphasize her commitment to border security and the fight against transnational crime.
Reflecting on her previous role as Attorney General of California, Harris highlighted her extensive experience in prosecuting criminal organizations involved in the trafficking of guns, drugs, and human beings.
She stressed the critical importance of safeguarding the nation’s borders to protect communities from these dangerous activities.
Harris shared details of her recent visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, where she engaged with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials to assess the ongoing efforts to enhance border security.
The Vice President praised the progress made in securing the border and commended the dedicated work of law enforcement personnel in addressing the influx of illegal fentanyl and other drugs that pose a significant threat to public health and safety.
During her discussions with CBP officials, Harris focused on the measures being taken to disrupt the flow of illicit substances into the country.
She underscored the need for a comprehensive strategy that includes strengthening border infrastructure, increasing the use of advanced technology, and enhancing cooperation with international partners to dismantle the criminal networks responsible for trafficking.
Harris’s visit to the border comes as the Biden administration faces increasing pressure to address the challenges posed by illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
The Vice President reiterated her administration’s commitment to a multifaceted approach that not only targets criminal organizations but also addresses the root causes of migration and drug smuggling.
In her message, Harris conveyed a sense of urgency and determination, emphasizing that the security of the U.S. border is a top priority for the administration.
She acknowledged the complexities of the issue but expressed confidence in the progress being made.
Harris also called for continued support and collaboration from lawmakers and communities to ensure the safety and security of the nation.
As the administration works to strengthen border security and combat the flow of illegal drugs, Harris’s visit serves as a reminder of her personal dedication to these issues and her ongoing efforts to protect American families from the dangers posed by transnational crime.
TV anchor Rufai Oseni makes headlines as he speaks on fuel subsidy in Nigeria. He shared that Nigeria can have fuel subsidy without the long queues at filling stations.
“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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