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An illegal alien with a long criminal history is accused of raping a woman on a jogging trail in the town of Herndon, Virginia, just four days after he was released from Fairfax County Jail. Denis Humberto Navarette Romero, a 31-year-old illegal alien from Honduras, was arrested last week by the Herndon Police Department and charged with raping a woman on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail where he had exposed himself to another woman in October. At the time of the rape, Romero had only been out of Fairfax County Jail for a total of four days, having been locked up for indecent exposure and sentenced to 50 days. In that case, Romero approached Jennifer Pugh on the trail and attempted to grab her dog. Pugh said Romero started trying to come after her, speaking only Spanish, before exposing himself to her. After serving 25 days for the incident, Romero was released back into the community rather than being turned over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for deportation. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) said the state is not a sanctuary jurisdiction and called on Fairfax County officials to stop protecting criminal illegal aliens. “I am heartsick for this victim and outraged that local Fairfax County officials recklessly release violent illegal immigrants who should have been prosecuted and deported,” Youngkin wrote : This is a dereliction of their most basic duty to keep people safe. Prioritizing violent illegal immigrants over the safety of Fairfax residents is unacceptable. Virginia is not a sanctuary state. When President Trump takes office, the political posturing will end, and localities will cooperate with ICE to protect Virginians. Before the indecent exposure conviction, Romero had a run-in with Herndon police involving sexual abuse of children, according to the Washington Post : The Herndon Police Department’s first documented interest in him came in 2018, reports released in response to an open-records request show. The agency received a report that year saying he had fondled a 14-year-old. When a Fairfax County sex crimes detective investigated, the officer was told that Navarette Romero had exposed himself to a 13-year-old and 10-year-old a year before, according to the police report. A parent of those children said the incident went unreported because the family “did not want any problems.” Ultimately, police wrote, their attempts to speak with the people involved were met with resistance. They closed the investigation and Navarette Romero faced no charges. In June 2022, Romero choked a Herndon Police Department officer who was responding to a report of groping. He was initially charged with felony assault on a law enforcement officer but the charges were lowered to misdemeanor simple assault. Romero has been homeless, according to police, and suffers from mental illness and substance abuse issues. He worked in the construction industry in Fairfax County and has lived in the area for 11 years. In one instance, Herndon police found Romero face down in a park and he asked to be deported from the United States so that he could go home. Romero is being held without bond at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. John Binder is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email him at jbinder@breitbart.com. Follow him on Twitter here .Prosecutors play undercover recordings of Madigan at former speaker’s corruption trialVice President Kashim Shettima asked banks to rein in Point-of-Sale (Point of Sale) operators He also asked the banks to tackle the issues of cash scarcity at ATMs and the exploitative practices of PoS agents The VP said that Nigerians are bitter about the lack of cash at ATMs, which prevents them from doing minimal transactions PAY ATTENTION: Follow our WhatsApp channel to never miss out on the news that matters to you! Legit.ng’s Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment and the economy for over a decade. Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has asked banks to tackle cash scarcity at ATMs and exploitative practices by point-of-sale (PoS) operators. The VP spoke at the bankers’ committee meeting recently, saying that Nigerians are bitter about the lack of cash at ATMs and that the scarcity is hampering financial inclusion efforts. Shettima blames PoS operators for cash scarcity Tope Fasua, Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, represented Shettima. He asked banks to address some unethical practices by PoS agents that were responsible for the scarcity. Read also FG launches N20bn loan scheme for Nigerians to acquire Innoson, other locally-assembled vehicles PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! He said Nigerians cannot access cash for minimal transactions and that there are some adverse selection problems with the connivance of PoS agents. Shettima said: “Nigerians complain about high and arbitrary charges and exploitation by rogue agents, which we are sure you will be able to tackle with concerted efforts.” Shettima praised the recent branch openings by Nigerian banks in France, saying Nigeria’s financial institutions have grown globally. PoS agents increase charges Legit.ng earlier reported that Zenith Bank unveiled its new branch in Paris, the French capital, with the United Bank for Africa disclosing that it signed a business cooperation deal with the French government to begin entire banking operations. Recently, financial technology companies began charging an N50 Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) as the Nigerian Finance Act mandated. The fintech firms notified their customers of the commencement of the EMTL charges, leading to PoS operators increasing their costs . 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Jubilation. Joy. Relief. Wonder. Pick your word for it — emotions, each and all of them felt by the masses, came pouring out as the clock struck zero inside Memorial Stadium. The Nebraska football program’s long eight-year bowl drought finally came to an end on a 50-degree November afternoon in downtown Lincoln. That achievement is worth celebrating on its own, but the way Nebraska got it done — dominating, rather than eking over the line against an opponent it knows well — made the accomplishment that much sweeter. Nebraska never trailed in a 44-25 win over Wisconsin on Saturday, securing the program’s first bowl game since the 2016 season. The victory also snapped a 10-game losing streak to the Badgers, and the four-game losing skid which NU entered the day with. For a Nebraska (6-5, 3-5 Big Ten) senior class which had never made the postseason before, their level of play on the field matched the seriousness of the opportunity in front of them. Particularly on the offensive side of the ball, improvements from last week’s loss to USC were evident. Offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen, calling his second game as a member of the Nebraska coaching staff, dialed up a blistering six-play, 55-yard touchdown drive to start the game. A 45-yard kickoff return from freshman Jacory Barney Jr. set Nebraska up on the drive, with junior Heinrich Haarberg scoring the 5-yard run to secure NU’s early 7-0 lead. Having parted ways with its offensive coordinator during the week, Wisconsin, (5-6, 3-5) showed no ill effects from that shakeup as it immediately responded with a scoring drive of its own. Helped by a key missed tackle near midfield, Wisconsin found the end zone on a 4-yard passing score from Braedyn Locke to Bryson Green. After the initial scoring drive, Wisconsin took three of its next four possessions into Nebraska territory but came away with just three points from those chances. A Janiran Bonner fumble deep inside Nebraska territory set up Wisconsin with a prime scoring opportunity, but a three-and-out and delay of game penalty contributed to a 34-yard field goal sailing wide. The Badgers pushed across a 33-yard kick later in the half but also missed a second field goal from 41 yards out, a miss which resulted in a 10-play drive netting zero points. Not all of Nebraska’s first-half drives were perfect — the Huskers punted twice and fumbled once — but when things clicked, Wisconsin could do little to slow down the surging Nebraska offense. Nebraska utilized its quick passing game during its second touchdown drive, with a 27-yard gain from Emmett Johnson on a screen pass quickly being followed by a 21-yard Barney gain on a touch pass in the backfield. Running back Dante Dowdell capped off the eight-play, 80-yard touchdown drive with a 12-yard rushing score in which Jahmal Banks and Nate Boerkircher sealed the edge with a pair of punishing blocks. Nebraska also took advantage of Wisconsin’s field goal miscues by scoring touchdowns immediately following both misses. An efficient drive just prior to the halftime break ended with a toe-tap catch from Banks in the back of the end zone, a 5-yard passing score from Dylan Raiola which extended Nebraska’s lead to 21-10. Taking the ball with just 17 seconds left in the half, Wisconsin could’ve kneeled out the clock but instead opted to give running back Tawee Walker a first down carry. NU’s Nash Hutmacher made Wisconsin regret that decision by jarring the ball loose for a Bager turnover. One completion later and Nebraska brought kicker John Hohl onto the field for a 37-yard try, one he dispatched to give the Huskers a 14-point halftime lead. The 24 first-half points scored by Nebraska marked the team’s second-most all season, and the most since NU’s win over Colorado in September. The Huskers came out firing after the halftime break, too, forcing a Wisconsin three-and-out prior to putting together a scoring drive of its own. While the Nebraska drive stalled out prior to the end zone, a 45-yard Hohl field goal gave the Huskers a three-score advantage, 27-10 in their favor. Unable to trust its kicker in a similar situation, Wisconsin instead opted to keep its offense on the field for a fourth down outside the NU red zone. Walker’s carry up the middle was stuffed by the Blackshirts, resulting in a turnover on downs midway through the third quarter. When Nebraska turned that opportunity into a touchdown of its own, the game just about escaped Wisconsin’s reach. Another well-executed scoring drive, this time a seven-play march down the field which took three-plus minutes, ended in a Dowdell 3-yard touchdown run. As Nebraska’s lead reached 34-10, it marked the most points NU has scored against a Big Ten foe under head coach Matt Rhule. Wisconsin did fire back with a touchdown drive late in the third quarter and another midway through the fourth quarter. A third made field from Hohl helped keep Nebraska’s lead safe to the end, though. Nebraska can take away many positives from its win over Wisconsin, with the all-around performance of Johnson at running back and its much-improved offense taking center stage. Most important of all was the fact that Saturday’s win meant six on the season, a mark Nebraska fans hadn’t celebrated since the 2016 season. That major season milestone now secured, Nebraska’s regular season will come to a close during a Black Friday matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) and Dana Holgorsen celebrate a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Head Coach Matt Rhule (left) high-fives Janiran Bonner (16) and Dana Holgorsen after a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Dante Dowdell (23) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Dante Dowdell (23) dodges a tackle by Wisconsin's Austin Brown (9) as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter of the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Jahmal Banks (4) catches a pass during the first quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Jahmal Banks (4) catches a pass while defended by Wisconsin's Justin Taylor during the first quarter of the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola reacts to a fumble recovered by Wisconsin during the first quarter of the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen looks over his notes during the first quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen looks over his notes during the first quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) runs through a tackle by Wisconsin's Austin Brown (9) and Preston Zachman (14) into the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter of the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (center) leaps over Dante Dowdell (23) as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter of the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Jahmal Banks (4) catches a touchdown pass while defended by Wisconsin's Ricardo Hallman (2) during the second quarter of the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. In a play that was ruled incomplete, Nebraska's Isaiah Neyor (18) catches a pass in the endzone while defended by Wisconsin's Xavier Lucas (10) in the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Ceyair Wright (15) and Nash Hutmacher (0) try to block a field goal kick by Wisconsin's Nathanial Vakos (90) in the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Dante Dowdell (23) runs in to the endzone for a second quarter touchdown on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Wisconsin's Austin Brown (9) tries to tackle Nebraska's Dante Dowdell (23) as he runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke (18) is sacked by Nebraska's Willis McGahee (12) in the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Marques Buford (3) defends Wisconsin's Bryson Green (9) as he catches a touchdown in the endzone in the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's John Hohl (90) scores a filed goal in the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (left) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Dylan Raiola during the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (left) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Dylan Raiola during the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska players take the field after the tunnel walk on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Wisconsin's Trech Kekahuna (left) escapes a tackle from Nebraska's Isaac Gifford, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Javin Wright (right) breaks up a pass intended for Wisconsin's Tucker Ashcraft, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg scores against Wisconsin, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Jacory Barney (right) celebrates his opening kickoff return against Wisconsin with teammate Janiran Bonner and Kwinten Ives, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's Joey Mancino (67) embraces head coach Matt Rhule during a senior day ceremony before the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska's MJ Sherman embraces head coach Matt Rhule during a senior day ceremony before the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Stadium. Fans arrive at Memorial Stadium before the Wisconsin, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. 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Politics Scott Turner: From NFL Star to HUD Secretary Nominee By mayukh - November 23, 2024 President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Scott Turner, a former NFL player and Texas congressman, to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Turner’s extensive background in community revitalization and his deep commitment to improving underserved areas highlight his readiness for this pivotal role. Scott Turner: A Champion for Opportunity Turner’s path from the football field to public service exemplifies dedication and resilience. Serving as a U.S. Representative for Texas from 2013 to 2017, he brought a hands-on approach to addressing community needs. During Trump’s first term, Turner spearheaded the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, focusing on uplifting distressed communities across the nation. His leadership fostered programs aimed at mentorship, economic growth, and equitable opportunities. Currently, Turner is the chair of the Center for Education Opportunity at the America First Policy Institute, further cementing his role as an advocate for accessible housing and education. In addition, he leads the Community Engagement & Opportunity Council, an initiative blending sports, mentorship, and economic development to empower struggling neighborhoods. A Vision for HUD As HUD Secretary, Turner is expected to bring a fresh perspective to housing policies, aligning with Trump’s vision of “Making America Great Again for every American.” Trump’s announcement praised Turner’s commitment to service and extended congratulations to his family. Turner’s nomination underscores the administration’s focus on combining policy expertise with grassroots-level impact. His history of advocating for economic revitalization and bridging gaps in underserved areas will likely shape his approach to tackling the housing crisis. If confirmed, Scott Turner’s unique blend of professional sports discipline, legislative experience, and community engagement may provide HUD with innovative solutions to persistent housing challenges, bringing hope to millions of Americans in need. TAGS Scott Turner Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt Email Telegram Previous article Janette Nesheiwat: Trump’s Choice for Surgeon General Brings Fresh Focus to Public Health Next article Pam Bondi Nominated as Attorney General: A Tough Fighter for Trump’s Vision mayukh http://digitalmarketnews.com

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As pro-democracy media tycoon faces a in , his son Sebastien Lai has denounced the proceedings as a politically motivated “show trial” driven by a China-led crackdown on dissent. Lai, the , is facing charges of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and publishing seditious materials, all of which are crimes under Hong Kong’s controversial national security law, which was imposed by Beijing. Lai denies all the charges. Sebastien paints a harrowing picture of his father’s ordeal – years of detention under dire conditions – and underscores his unwavering commitment to democracy, press freedom, and the people of Hong Kong in an interview with Condemning his father’s ongoing prosecution, Sebastien says that the 77-year-old media tycoon should never have been arrested. “The trial shouldn’t even be happening. He shouldn’t have been arrested in the first place,” he says. Introduced in 2020, the law marked a turning point in the city’s pro-democracy movement, coming a year after grassroots-led protests against Beijing’s increasing influence erupted in 2019. Sparked by a controversial extradition bill, the protests saw hundreds of thousands march in defiance, with some demonstrators vowing to fight to the death for democracy. Prominent figures like and Agnes Chow became faces of the movement, but the crackdown that followed the protests led to mass arrests and the exile of many activists. On Tuesday, in prison under the national security law. Lai was another prominent target of Beijing’s clampdown. His newspaper, known for its critical coverage and pro-democracy stance, became a lightning rod for the Chinese government’s ire during the protests. In August 2020, 200 police officers raided ’s offices and arrested Lai. Less than a year later, in June 2021, a second raid involving hundreds of officers led to the arrests of five executives, including the editor-in-chief and CEO. A week later, the paper ceased publication. “Jimmy Lai is the principal mastermind and perpetrator behind the series of riots that shook Hong Kong. He is an agent and henchman of those hostile to China,” Lin Jian, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, declared during a press briefing in Beijing. Now in custody for more 1,400 days, Lai faces three charges: two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and one of sedition. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. If convicted, he faces a life sentence. Lai has already been sentenced to five years and nine months in prison for a separate fraud case linked to . Sebastien calls the case politically motivated, designed to silence his father’s pro-democracy voice and the broader freedom of speech movement in Hong Kong. “Raising concern to an elected official abroad is not a collusion,” Sebastien says, when asked about Lai’s meeting in 2019 with the then-US vice president and secretary of state to discuss the political crisis in Hong Kong. “Collusion suggests that there’s some nefarious benefit. That is what you ‘collude for’ right? And in my father’s case, the biggest stretch, and I mean, the only stretch you can make is this – that the benefit was democracy,” he says, calling the charges “insane”. Sebastien raises concerns about his father’s health as he describes the torment he has endured during solitary confinement. “The goal of solitary confinement is to break the person,” he says. “He’s been kept in horrible prison conditions ... no natural light, and the idea is to break him – physically, mentally, and spiritually. “That’s a level of isolation beyond what is legally acceptable. It’s not looking good for him physically,” he says. At his age and with pre-existing health conditions like diabetes, Lai is frail. “Physically, he is not doing too well,” his son admits. “He’s got back problems, diabetes. It’s a cocktail that doesn’t bode well for one’s health.” Despite the toll, he says there is a bittersweet comfort in knowing his father’s mental and spiritual resilience remains intact. “I saw the testimony with everybody else on Twitter, but he seemed to be doing well mentally – still very sharp. His testimony was strong,” he shared. “He’s committed to journalism and to the importance of journalism in Hong Kong.” During the trial, Lai denied allegations that he had sought foreign intervention in Hong Kong’s affairs. Specifically, he rejected claims that he had tried to influence US officials, including Pence and Pompeo, to support Hong Kong’s democracy protests. “I would not dare to ask the vice-president to do anything,” Lai testified in court. He described his interactions with these officials as merely relaying information about the situation in Hong Kong. In a case that has drawn international attention, diplomats from the US, UK, Germany, France, Australia, Switzerland, and Ireland attended the court in support of Lai, with many Western nations having denounced the charges against Lai and his trial. The United Nations’ Working Group on Arbitrary Detention recently called for his immediate release, echoing concerns that the trial is a violation of his rights. 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