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Monday, August 18, 2025

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The Power of Our Voices: A Message to Kenya’s Youth

 By Ruzeki | Shadoww News | August 18, 2025 


Kenya’s youth are carrying struggles heavier than we deserve, yet our spirit remains unbroken. In the face of hardship, despair, and suppression, we still believe in the power of our voices. This is a message of hope, and a reminder that our future is still ours to claim. 


In Struggle, Where Do We Find Hope? 

Though the youth of Kenya face struggles we should never have to, we refuse to doubt the power of our voices ahead of 2027. 

Every day, we see it. Prices go up. Jobs are scarce. Corruption gets its way. Promises made to us are broken before the ink dries. Instead of being empowered, we are dismissed or lied to. Instead of being included, we are silenced or killed. And instead of leadership, we are handed excuses and more lies. 

But here’s the truth, this story doesn’t end in despair — it begins with us. 

Kenya’s youth make up the largest share of this nation’s population. We are the workers, the students, the dreamers, the hustlers, the builders of tomorrow. They may suppress our voices, but they cannot erase our numbers, our energy, or our vision. 

Why They Fear Us 

Politicians know one thing: if the youth unite, the game changes forever. That is why they try to keep us tired, hopeless, and distracted. They hand out quick coins, not opportunities. They spread propaganda, not solutions. They want us to believe our voices don’t matter. 

But history proves them wrong. From independence struggles to modern revolutions across Africa and beyond, it has always been the young people who ignite change. 

Our Struggle Is Not Permanent 

Yes, we are struggling today. Yes, life feels heavier than it should. But remember this: hardship is never permanent. The oppressors of today will not last forever. Leaders who lie, exploit, and ignore the people eventually fall, ALWAYS. 

What remains is the voice of the people. And in Kenya, that voice is increasingly youthful, bold, and unafraid. 

Ahead of 2027 

The next election is not just a date on the calendar. It is our chance to decide whether we continue to suffer or rise to claim the future we deserve. Between now and then, we must do three things: 

  1. Stay Awake – Don’t let lies, bribes, or handouts fool us. Eat their coins if you must, but don’t sell your future. 
  2. Stay United – Tribe, class, or background doesn’t matter. What matters is the shared struggle we face as youth. 
  3. Stay Loud – Keep speaking, protesting, creating, posting, writing, singing. Every word adds weight to the WanTam movement. 

The Message of Hope 

To every young Kenyan reading this WanTam Weekly Edition, you are not powerless. You are not invisible. And you are not alone. 

Your frustrations are valid. Your dreams are valid. And your voice is powerful enough to change this country. 

The road to 2027 will not be easy, but it is ours to walk together. Let them underestimate us. Let them doubt us. Let's eat their handouts. But when the time comes, let them hear us roar like thunder. 

Because no matter how hard they try to silence us, the truth is simple: 


👉 Kenya belongs to its youth. And the future begins with our voices.


⚡ They fear our voice, that’s why we must amplify it. Watu wangu, please follow The WanTam Weekly Edition and let’s write the end of bad leadership together. Sema WanTam 


Thursday, August 7, 2025

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Review of Kenya’s Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) Status

 By RuzekiShadoww News 

August 07, 2025  


The designation of Kenya as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) by the United States on June 24, 2024, marked a significant diplomatic milestone—but it also triggered deep scrutiny. 

This review examines whether Kenya’s political conduct, security alignments, and financial dealings genuinely reflect the values and responsibilities expected of a U.S. strategic partner. 


Review of Kenya’s Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) Status Conferred: June 24, 2024 

Subject of Review: Government of Kenya (GoK) 

The designation of Kenya as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) by the United States was a strategic milestone. However, with privilege comes scrutiny. The following areas are under review, with attention to inconsistencies, covert alignments, and potential abuse of the MNNA status by the Government of Kenya (GoK) and its leadership. 


1. Kenya–U.S. Partnership in Countering Violent Extremism (Sub-Saharan Africa & Haiti) 

Assessment: 

Kenya has been praised for its regional role in peacekeeping and counterterrorism, notably in Somalia (AMISOM/ATMIS) and most recently in Haiti. However, effectiveness is undercut by operational opacity, logistical failures, and accusations of brutality by Kenyan forces abroad. 

Critique: 

The GoK has often leveraged counterterrorism as a diplomatic shield while neglecting internal reforms on accountability. Kenya’s security forces continue to be marred by extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances, and profiling of peaceful protesters and ethnic groups under the guise of CVE (Countering Violent Extremism). The deployment to Haiti may serve U.S. strategic optics more than genuine regional stabilization. 


2. Military and Security Engagement with China, Russia, and Iran

Assessment: 
Despite close ties with the U.S., Kenya maintains active defense cooperation with China (military equipment procurement, surveillance tech), and growing diplomatic gestures toward Russia and Iran. 

Critique:
The GoK appears to play both sides—accepting U.S. security privileges while flirting with what the West see as authoritarian states. These parallel alignments raise alarms about conflicted loyalties and undermine the spirit of MNNA cooperation. Kenya’s acquisition of surveillance systems from China, some allegedly used against civil society and opposition, contradicts democratic values underpinning MNNA designations. 


3. Political and Financial Ties of Key Political Actors with China, Russia & Iran 

Assessment: 
Several high-profile Kenyan politicians led by President Ruto and his close businessmen have opaque financial dealings and partnerships with entities linked to Beijing, Moscow, and Tehran. 

Critique: 
These relationships compromise Kenya’s geopolitical posture. While U.S. aid and intelligence flow into Nairobi, Chinese loans quietly balloon and Russian disinformation campaigns find fertile ground in Kenya’s digital space. The entanglement of top Kenyan officials with sanctioned Iranian networks further casts doubt on the integrity of the country's foreign policy and financial institutions. 


4. GoK and Its Officials’ Relationships with Non-State Armed Groups (RSF, Al-Shabaab) 

Assessment: 
Kenya’s porous borders and the murky involvement of some state officials in illicit arms and smuggling networks create opportunities for collusion with armed groups, including Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and remnants of Al-Shabaab. 

Critique: 
There is disturbing evidence—both anecdotal and intelligence-based—suggesting state complicity or willful negligence in dealings with non-state actors. This includes the laundering of illicit wealth through Kenyan banks, facilitation of safe passage, and political protection of profiteers. The government's inability—or refusal—to prosecute those involved points to systemic rot and dangerous tolerance of extremist-linked networks. 


5. Trade and Investment with China – Debt, Commercial Ties, and Belt & Road Initiative 

Assessment: 
Kenya is deeply embedded in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), with billions in loans tied to infrastructure and extractive deals. These have ballooned Kenya’s public debt and created structural dependence. 

Critique: 
The GoK has consistently failed to renegotiate or transparently manage Chinese debt, instead engaging in debt diplomacy appeasement. Some BRI projects lack public value yet bind Kenya into long-term financial obligations that threaten sovereignty. The U.S. must now contend with a “strategic ally” that is economically hostage to Beijing. 


6. Kenya as a Financial Safe Haven for Regional Elites, War Profiteers, and Terrorists 

Assessment: 
Kenya’s financial system is increasingly used as a laundering hub for elites from Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, and Somalia. Nairobi’s real estate, banking, and remittance systems are exploited by politically exposed persons (PEPs), warlords, and terror financiers. 

Critique: 
The GoK’s failure to reform or audit its financial institutions has made Kenya a regional laundromat for dirty money. While the U.S. pours resources into financial surveillance and anti-terrorism funding, Kenyan institutions continue to shield or ignore illegal capital flows—some directly funding violence and insurgencies in neighboring states. 


7. Use of U.S. Intelligence & Security Assistance for Domestic Repression 

Assessment: 
While U.S. security and intelligence tools are intended to bolster legitimate counterterrorism and public safety, there is growing concern that the Kenyan state uses this support to suppress civil liberties and target political dissent

Critique: 
There are credible reports of U.S.-trained units being involved in renditions, torture, abductions, and domestic surveillance of journalists, activists and civilians. These actions erode trust and violate the very principles MNNA status is meant to uphold. Kenya’s security apparatus, under minimal civilian oversight, has become a tool of state-sponsored political violence, especially against youth, opposition leaders, and some ethnic groups. 


Is Kenya A Strategic Ally or a Double Agent? 

While Kenya presents itself as a democratic bulwark in a volatile region, its geopolitical double-dealing, internal abuses, and financial opaqueness paint a more disturbing picture. The GoK’s exploitation of U.S. support for domestic repression, strategic hedging with autocracies, and permissiveness toward terror-linked finances calls for a comprehensive reevaluation of its MNNA status. 

The United States must condition continued support on: 

  • Transparent audits of military aid and training use 
  • Reforms in financial oversight and anti-money laundering enforcement 
  • Immediate end to the use of U.S. tools for political repression 
  • Clear distancing from state and non-state actors in Russia, China, Iran, and regional war economies 

Kenya cannot continue to speak Washington’s language while dancing to Beijing’s drums. Either it walks the democratic path in full, or it risks being stripped of the privileges that come with MNNA designation. 


What are your thoughts? 

Sunday, June 1, 2025

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Stay Informed: Top Global News Channels You Should Follow

By RuzekiShadoww News 
June 01, 2025 

In a world where information is power, staying updated with credible global news is more important than ever. Whether you're tracking international politics, economics, or major social movements, here are the most trusted news channels from around the world you should follow: 


🌍 International Mainstream Media: 


CNN (Cable News Network, U.S.): Known for breaking news and in-depth analysis.


NBC News (National Broadcasting Company, U.S): Offers mainstream news and powerful political commentary. 


MSNBC News (Microsoft National Broadcast Corporation, U.S.): Offers mainstream news plus unique political commentary. 


BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation, UK): Local and global coverage with a balanced tone. 


Reuters (Canada): Leading source of global news. Wire services trusted for accuracy and speed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! 


Associated Press (AP, U.S.): Wire services trusted for accuracy and speed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! 


France24 (France): Great for global affairs, especially Europe and Africa.


Deutsche Welle (DW, Germany): Global news with a European perspective.


WION (India): "World Is One News" — emerging as a global player with a non-Western lens.


TASS (Russia): State-run, but gives insight into Russian framing of global events. 


CGTN (China Global Television Network): China’s official English-language news outlet.


🌏 Other Regional Powerhouses: 

Press TV (Iran): State media offering Iran’s view on international affairs. 


Ahram Online (Egypt): One of the top English-language news sources from the Arab world. 


NTV Kenya: Key sources for East African and Kenyan national news. Others include KTN and K24. 


eNCA (South Africa): Leading English-language news broadcaster in Southern Africa. 

For balanced understanding, follow outlets from different regions. It helps you cut through bias and form an informed worldview. 

Thursday, March 20, 2025

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America on the Brink: How Trump’s Policies Are Fueling Economic Decline

By RuzekiShadoww News 
March 20, 2025 
 

Trump is dragging America to the brink of a full-blown recession—rising inflation, stock market crashes, and economic instability are just the beginning. 

In just two months of his so-called "concepts of a plan," the U.S. has gone from a pillar of economic strength to a volatile and unpredictable trading partner. Once the world's top investment destination, America is now hemorrhaging credibility. Global markets are rattled, investors are pulling back, and businesses are bracing for impact. 

Trump's reckless trade wars and destructive tariffs—haphazardly imposed on China, Europe, Canada, Japan, and Mexico—are suffocating industries at home while alienating allies abroad. His erratic DOGE-driven policies turn Wall Street into a casino, where economic forecasts shift on the whims of a tweet. Meanwhile, his decision to gut USAID programs, particularly in Africa, is dismantling decades of U.S. diplomatic leverage, eroding America’s soft power, and accelerating its decline in global influence. 

With these business-hostile policies, Trump is achieving only one thing: the immiseration of Americans. Jobs are vanishing, wages are stagnating, and prices are soaring—all while he insists it’s “worth it.” 

The world is losing faith in U.S. assets. Investors no longer see America as the safe bet it once was. And since power abhors a vacuum, others are stepping in. 

China is tightening its grip on global trade. Europe is forging new alliances. BRICS+ is rising. The geopolitical landscape is shifting—and under Trump, America is slipping from the throne. 

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

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The Ongoing Push for United Nations Security Council Reform

By RuzekiShadoww News 
February 18, 2025  

Momentum is building for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with growing demands for expansion to better align with the current global power structure. 

Global Push for UNSC Expansion

Germany, India, Japan, and Brazil are among the leading UN members lobbying for permanent seats in the UNSC. However, their bids face strong opposition from two of the current permanent members:

  • Russia opposes Germany and Japan’s inclusion.
  • The United States resists Brazil and India’s bids.

Both nations have strategically used their veto power to stall reforms and counter each other's influence.

Africa’s Demand for Permanent Representation

The African Union (AU), representing 54 UN member states, has been vocal in demanding two permanent seats to ensure Africa has a stronger voice in global decision-making.

Among African nations, South Africa has emerged as a strong contender due to its economic strength, diplomatic influence, and active role in peacekeeping.

However, Africa is pushing for two permanent seats. This raises the question:
Which other African country should join South Africa in representing the continent in the UNSC?

  • Nigeria – Africa’s largest economy with strong regional influence.
  • Egypt – A historical diplomatic leader with control over the Suez Canal.
  • Algeria – A key player in counterterrorism and Sahel security.
  • Kenya – A major contributor to peacekeeping and regional stability.

Egypt and South Africa: The Best Fit for Africa

Among the contenders, Egypt and South Africa offer the strongest combination of diplomatic, military, and economic influence.

  • Egypt brings global strategic importance, historical leadership, and control over the Suez Canal.
  • South Africa represents Sub-Saharan Africa, has a strong democratic tradition, and plays a leading role in peacekeeping and economic affairs.

This pairing ensures balanced representation of both North and Sub-Saharan Africa in global decision-making.

Why the U.S. Resists UNSC Reform

Despite increasing pressure for reform, the United States remains reluctant to allow UNSC expansion. Here’s why:

  1. Maintaining Its Dominance

    • The current UNSC structure favors U.S. influence, allowing it to veto decisions that go against its interests.
    • More permanent members could dilute U.S. power and make global decision-making harder to control.
  2. Concerns Over Rival Nations

    • The U.S. opposes Brazil and India’s inclusion, fearing they could strengthen alternative alliances like BRICS+.
    • More UNSC seats could increase Russia and China’s influence if new members align with them.
  3. Selective Support for Allies

    • The U.S. supports Japan and Germany, but not full UNSC reform, fearing unpredictable shifts in power.
    • It prefers NATO and bilateral alliances over restructuring global institutions.
  4. Fear of a Weaker Veto Power

    • More permanent members could lead to more veto powers, making it harder for the U.S. to block decisions, especially in regions like the Middle East.
  5. Political and Bureaucratic Hurdles

    • UNSC reform requires two-thirds approval in the UN General Assembly and no veto from the five permanent members (U.S., Russia, China, France, UK).
    • The U.S. sees this as too risky, as it could trigger a domino effect, allowing unexpected countries to gain influence.

Will the U.S. Ever Support UNSC Reform?

The U.S. may eventually support limited reforms, but only if it can ensure that new members align with its strategic interests.

However, as long as Russia and China hold veto power, the U.S. will likely block major changes to prevent a shift in global power.

The Future of UNSC Reform: A Long Battle Ahead

The fight for UNSC reform will be long and complex, but growing pressure from Africa, Latin America, and Asia might eventually force change.

The big question remains:
Will the world embrace a more balanced UNSC, or will the great powers keep delaying reforms?

What’s your prediction? Will reform happen, or will the status quo remain?


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Monday, January 20, 2025

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Timeline: 50 years of holding elected office comes to an end. From a city council member, a US senator, vice president, and, finally, president. Thank you, Joe Biden.

By RuzekiShadoww News 
January 20, 2025 


President Joe Biden, 46th US President. 

—Biden's political journey is a testament to perseverance and tenacity. 

Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. began his political career as one of the youngest Senators in American history. He leaves today as the US' oldest president. 

Here's his timeline:- 


1942: Born in Pennsylvania to a Catholic family; Catherine Eugenia "Jean" Biden (1917 –2010) and Joseph Robinette Biden Sr.(1915-2002). 

1966: Married Neilia Hunter, and had three children together, Beau(1969), Hunter(1970) and Naomi(1971). 

1968: Graduated with a law degree from Syracuse University. 

1970:  Elected to the New Castle County Council at the age of 28. 

1972: At age 29, he was elected as a senator for the state of Delaware. A few weeks after Biden was elected, a car crash killed his first wife Neilia and their 13-months-old daughter Naomi. As a single father, he raised his two sons, Beau and Hunter. Occasionally, his younger sister Valerie supported him. 

1973-2009: Served in the US Senate. He was re-elected as a senator six times. 

1977: Married Jill Jacobs, and were blessed with a daughter, Ashley. Together, they raised Beau, Hunter and Ashley. 

1988: Unsuccessfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination. During this year, he suffered a brain aneurysm. 

2008: Unsuccessfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination, again. Later, he was picked as Obama's running mate. 

2009: He resigned as a senator and served as the Vice President of the United States under President Barack Obama. 

2012: Won re-election with President Obama and served as VP for a second term until 2016. 

2015: His elder son, Beau Biden, an Iraq war veteran, died of brain cancer. 

2017: Awarded with Presidential Medal of Freedom. 

2019: Successfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination and picked Kamala Harris as his running mate. 

2020: Defeated the 45th US President Donald Trump in a bitterly fought election. 

2021: On a day like today (Jan 20), Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States, after President Donald Trump incited an insurrection; trying to overturn the election results (Jan 6). In August, he oversaw the withdrawal of the American forces from Afghanistan; ending US' oldest war of 20 years! 

2022: In February, Russia started its military operations in Ukraine, Biden has been providing military aid to Ukraine since then. 

2024: In April, he decided to end his reelection campaign, and endorsed VP Kamala Harris as Democratic nominee; who lost to Trump. 

2025: Today, January 20, Biden retires as the 46th President of the United States, alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. Donald Trump is sworn-in as the 47th POTUS and J.D. Vance as the Vice President of the United States. 

In his last minute act as President, Biden issued preemptive pardons to potential targets of the incoming Trump admin, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley, members & witnesses of the January 6th Committee. 

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

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US Election 2024 Result updates: Donald Trump is elected the 47th President of the United States

By RuzekiShadoww News 

November 05, 2024  

✓ Republicans will win control of the Senate, CNN projects, a victory for the party that has been locked out of the majority in the chamber since 2021. 

✓ In the House, Republicans are defending a narrow majority and it could take a week before control is officially determined. 

✓ In the presidential race, Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States after key wins in battleground states of North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.  

National Election Results 

Live results
Updated by Ruzeki: Nov. 16, 7:40 PM EAT 




President(98% in) 
republicans iconProjection: Trump is President-elect
226
312
226
312
Harris
73,803,704
270 to win
Trump
76,481,798
House
republicans iconProjection: Reps keep control 
212
218
212
218
Dem.
214 up for election
Net gain/loss: 0
218 for control
Rep.
221 up for election
Net gain/loss: 0 
Senate
republicans iconProjection: Reps gain control 
47
52
47
52
Dem.
23 up for election
Lost: 3
51 for control
Rep.
11 up for election
Gained: 3 

Some of the Latest Projections! 

Projection: President-elect Donald Trump is the projected winner in Nevada. 

Projection: Democrats have flipped two Republican-held districts in closely watched House races in New York. 
✓ Democratic candidate Laura Gillen is the projected winner in New York’s 4th Congressional District. 
✓ Democratic candidate Josh Riley is the projected winner in New York’s 19th Congressional District. 

• Projection: Vice President Kamala Harris is the projected winner in Maine, winning three of the state's electoral votes, while Trump won one for Maine's 2nd Congressional District. 

ProjectionDonald Trump has won Alaska's three electoral votes. He now has 279 total. 

Projection: Donald Trump has won the key battleground state of Wisconsin and its 10 electoral votes. With that, Trump has won 276 electoral votes and is projected to win the 2024 presidential race. He will move into the White House on Jan. 20. 

Projection: Donald Trump is President-elect. 

Projection: Republican Tim Sheehy is projected to win in Montana and head to the Senate. Sheehy defeated Democratic incumbent Jon Tester. 

Projection: Kamala Harris has won Hawaii's four electoral votes. 

Projection: Proposition 314 in Arizona has passed. This measure will make it a state-level crime to cross the border illegally and allow state authorities to arrest and deport people who do so. 

Projection: Republicans have kept their majority in the Wisconsin Assembly, though Democrats managed to break the GOP's supermajority in the state Senate. 

Projection: Republicans have flipped the Michigan state House, ending Democrats' trifecta. That has big implications on Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's ability to implement her agenda for the last two years of her term. 

Projection: Kamala Harris has won the New Jersey's 14 electoral votes. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win one electoral vote from Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District. 

Projection: Republican John James has won reelection in Michigan's 10th District. 

Projection: Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet has defeated Republican Paul Junge in Michigan's 8th District. 

Projection: Democratic Rep. Emilia Sykes has won reelection in Ohio's 13th District. 

Projection: Republican Tom Barrett has won Michigan's 7th District. 

Projection: Republican Rep. Mike Lawler has won reelection in New York's 17th District

Projection: Kamala Harris will win Minnesota's 10 electoral votes. 

Projection: Missouri's Amendment 3, which would legalize abortion in the state up until fetal viability, will pass narrowly. 

Projection: Trump will win Pennsylvania's 19 electoral votes, which puts him on course to win at least 270 electoral votes and the presidency. 

Projection: Republican Sen. Deb Fischer will defeat independent Dan Osborn to win reelection in Nebraska. 

Projection: Republicans will gain control of the Senate in the 119th Congress, set to begin on Jan. 3, 2025. ABC News has projected Republican pickups in Ohio and West Virginia, which puts the GOP at 51 seats. 

Projection: Donald Trump will win Georgia and its 16 electoral votes. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win Hawaii's four electoral votes. 

Projection: Donald Trump will carry the state of North Carolina and its 16 Electoral College votes. 

 Projection: Kamala Harris will win New Mexico's five electoral votes. 

Projection: Rep. Bryan Steil will win reelection in Wisconsin's 1st District. 

ProjectionDemocratic incumbent, Martin Heinrich will win New Mexico's U.S. Senate race. 

Projection: Both incumbent Republican Gov. Spencer Cox and Senate candidate John Curtis will win their races in Utah. 

Projection: Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio will win reelection in Pennsylvania's 17th District. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win Virginia's 13 electoral votes. 

ProjectionDemocratic state Sen. John Mannion will defeat Republican Rep. Brandon Williams to give Democrats their second pickup of the night, joining Alabama's 2nd. 

Projection: Donald Trump will win North Carolina's 16 electoral votes. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win Washington state, joining Oregon and California in her camp. 

Projection: Republican Bernie Moreno will win Ohio's Senate seat. 

Projection: Republican Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. will retain control of New Jersey's 7th District. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will hold Connecticut’s seven Electoral College votes. 

Projection: Democratic incumbent Chris Murphy will hold Connecticut’s Senate seat. 

Projection: Republican Rep. Monica De La Cruz will retain control of Texas’s 15th District. 

Projection: Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan will win reelection over Republican Alison Esposito in New York's 18th District. 

Projection: Republican Rep. Nick LaLota will win a second term in New York's 1st District on Long Island. 

Projection: A win by Shomari Figures in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District is a pick-up for the Democrats, one that comes after a Supreme Court decision threw out Alabama's old map because it diluted the voting strength of Black voters. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win Oregon's eight electoral votes. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will win California's 54 electoral votes. 

Projection: Donald Trump will hold Idaho's four electoral votes. 

Projection: Initiative 83 in Washington, D.C., will pass. The initiative will implement ranked-choice voting in the district and allow voters not registered with a particular party to vote in partisan primaries. 

Projection: Donald Trump will win three of Nebraska's five electoral votes; two from the statewide count, and one from the 3rd District. The 2nd Congressional District, hasn't been projected yet but Kamala Harris has a much better shot at winning its one electoral vote. 

• Projection: Senator Ted Cruz will win the U.S. Senate race in Texas. 

Projection: Republican Kelly Ayotte will win the election for New Hampshire governor. She will succeed retiring Gov. Chris Sununu, a fellow Trump-skeptical Republican. 

Projection: Arizona's measure protecting access to abortion will pass. The measure will establishes a constitutional right to abortion until viability, with exceptions for later pregnancies. 

Projection: Democrat Rep. Andy Kim will win New Jersey’s open Senate seat left after Bob Menendez was convicted of federal corruption charges and resigned in August. He'll make history as the first Korean American senator. 

Projection: Donald Trump will win Mississippi and its six Electoral College votes. Like its neighbour Alabama, Mississippi was last won by a Democrat in 1976. 

Projection: Democrat Angela Alsobrooks will win the open U.S. Senate seat in Maryland. 

• Projection: Kamala Harris will win New York and its 28 electoral votes. 

Projection: Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York will easily win reelection. 

ProjectionKamala Harris will win Colorado's 10 Electoral College votes. 

Projection: Donald Trump will carry the deep-red states of Montana and Utah, a combination for 10 electoral votes into his column. 

Projection: The ballot measures in Maryland and New York that enshrined reproductive rights into state law will pass. 

Projection: Democrat Elizabeth Warren will win her reelection in Massachusetts. 

Projection: Kamala Harris will pick up Rhode Island’s four electoral votes. Her' victory in the deep blue New England state does not come as a shock as polls consistently showed her leading Trump by double-digits. 

Projection: Donald Trump will carry Louisiana. Nothing surprising here as the state has been firmly in the GOP column in polls and presidential races since it moved away from Democrats in the 2000 election. 

Projection: Kamala Harris has won Delaware's three electoral votes. In the race for Senate. 

Projection: Democratic Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester has won. Blunt Rochester is the first woman and first Black person to represent Delaware in the Senate. She was previously the first woman and the first Black person to represent the state in Congress. 

• Projection: The ballot initiative that would have granted Floridians the right to an abortion will come just shy of its needed 60% threshold to pass.