Washington, United States, April 13, 2026 (AFP) - Two congressmen resign as US House braces for rare expulsions

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2026-04-14

Two US lawmakers stepped down Monday and two more faced possible expulsion over a series of scandals that have rattled both parties and thrown the House of Representatives into turmoil. Democrat Eric Swalwell of California, who had already ended his bid to become governor, announced his resignation from Congress on Monday via X, after multiple women accused him of sexual assault or misconduct. Hours later, Texas Republican Tony Gonzales announce......

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East London, South Africa, April 16, 2026 (AFP) - S.African left-wing party leader Malema sentenced to five years jail on gun charges

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East London, South Africa, April 16, 2026 (AFP) - S.African left-wing party leader Malema sentenced to jail on gun charges

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Washington, United States, April 16, 2026 (AFP) - Trump says Israel, Lebanon leaders to hold talks Thursday

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Marseille, France, April 16, 2026 (AFP) - Russia-linked tanker leaves French port after paying fine

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