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News18
19 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
‘Hottest In The Room': Trump Praises Tulsi Gabbard, Revives Debunked Obama Claims
Donald Trump praised Tulsi Gabbard, claiming her report proves Barack Obama conspired to rig the 2016 election. US President Donald Trump lavished praise on Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard during a White House event, calling her 'the hottest one in the room" as he credited her with releasing a controversial report that he claims proves former US President Barack Obama conspired to rig the 2016 election. Gesturing towards Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump said, 'Oh, where's Tulsi? She's, like, hotter than everybody. She has all the documents. She found out that Barack Hussein Obama led a group of people and they cheated in the elections. They cheated without question. It's not even a quote." The US President went on to claim that the 2016 election 'was a big victory" and that 'it shouldn't have been a loss"- appearing to reference his popular vote defeat to Hillary Clinton despite winning the Electoral College. According to Donald Trump, Tulsi Gabbard's newly released intelligence report contains 'proof" that Barack Obama directed a plot involving several senior officials- including Hillary Clinton, former FBI Director James Comey, and ex-intelligence chief James Clapper- to undermine his campaign. None of the named individuals have been charged with any crime related to the Russia probe and multiple bipartisan investigations, including one by the Republican-led Senate Intelligence Committee, have long upheld the finding that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to help Donald Trump. Donald Trump insisted, 'She told me, 'You've seen nothing yet.' We're very proud of you, Tulsi." Tulsi Gabbard's report hinges on previously released Barack Obama-era communications and asserts that while no votes were altered in 2016, that absence somehow discredits broader claims of interference. The argument, widely rejected by intelligence analysts, attempts to redefine the scope of Russian meddling as purely a fabrication to delegitimize Donald Trump's victory. Barack Obama's spokesperson Patrick Rodenbush issued a swift rebuttal to the comments made by the US President, saying, 'These bizarre allegations are ridiculous and a weak attempt at distraction." view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 19:20 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns LIVE: What does the Constitution say about the V-P elections when the post falls vacant?
With the resignation of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will have to announce polls to fill the position with immediate effect as the constitutional post cannot be left vacant. The V-P is elected by an Electoral College, which consists of the members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha — both elected and nominated. Members of the Electoral College can vote according to their choice and are not bound by any party whip. WATCH | Analysis: Why did Vice-President Dhankhar resign Speculations are rife after Mr. Dhankhar's sudden resignation, with the Congress party today (July 22, 2025) alleging 'far serious reasons' behind it. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said that the Vice-President was not informed of the absence of two Union Ministers – J.P. Nadda and Kiren Rijiju – from the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) meeting at 4.30 p.m. yesterday (July 21, 2025) and so Mr. Dhankhar 'rightly took umbrage and rescheduled the BAC for today at 1 p.m.' The Congress party has also asked the Centre to clarify if they had prior information about the resignation and if there was a transition plan. Also Read | Dhankhar's resignation 'totally unexpected', more to it than meets the eye: Congress However, Mr. Nadda responded to the charge and said that the V-P's office was informed of his and Mr. Rijiju's inability to attend the meeting. Meanwhile, Parliament reconvened today (July 22, 2025) for the second day of the Monsoon Session without Mr. Dhankhar. Deputy Chairman Harivansh chaired the House proceedings.
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Polls soon to elect new Vice President after Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation
With Jagdeep Dhankhar quitting as the vice president, the election to appoint his successor will have to be held "as soon as possible".According to Clause 2 of Article 68 of the Constitution, an election to fill a vacancy in the office of the vice president occurring due to his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise will be held "as soon as possible" after it becomes person elected to fill the vacancy will be entitled to hold office "for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office". The Constitution is silent on who performs the duties of the vice president in case of his death or resignation before the expiry of his term, or when the vice president acts as the President of vice president is the second-highest constitutional office in the country. He serves for a five-year term, but can continue to be in office, irrespective of the expiry of the term, until the successor assumes only provision in the Constitution with regard to the vice president's function as the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, which is performed, during the period of such a vacancy, by the deputy chairperson or any other member of the Rajya Sabha is authorised by the President of vice president may vacate his office by submitting his resignation to the President. The resignation becomes effective from the day it is vice president is the ex-officio chairperson (holding the office of the Rajya Sabha chairperson by virtue of being the vice president) of the Rajya Sabha and does not hold any other office of any period when the Vice President acts as, or discharges the functions of the President, he does not perform the duties of the office of the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha and is not entitled to any salary or allowances payable to the chairperson of the Upper to Article 66 of the Constitution, the vice president is elected by the members of the Electoral College consisting of the members of both Houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote.A person cannot be elected as vice president unless he is a citizen of India, has completed the age of 35, and is qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha.A person is not eligible if he holds any office of profit under the Government of India, a state government, or any subordinate local authority.- EndsMust Watch
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Polls to elect next vice president to be held as soon as possible: Constitution
The person elected to fill the vacancy will be entitled to hold office 'for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office'. According to Clause 2 of Article 68 of the Constitution, an election to fill a vacancy in the office of the vice president occurring due to his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise will be held 'as soon as possible' after the occurrence of the vacancy. New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) With Jagdeep Dhankhar quitting as the vice president, the election to appoint his successor will have to be held 'as soon as possible'. The Constitution is silent on who performs the duties of the vice president in case of his death or resignation before the expiry of his term, or when the vice president acts as the president of India. The vice president is the second highest constitutional office in the country. He serves for a five-year term, but can continue to be in office, irrespective of the expiry of the term, until the successor assumes office. The only provision in the Constitution is with regard to the vice president's function as the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, which is performed, during the period of such vacancy, by the deputy chairperson or any other member of the Rajya Sabha authorised by the president of India. The vice president may resign from his office by submitting his resignation to the president. The resignation becomes effective from the day it is accepted. The vice president is the ex-officio chairperson (holding the office of Rajya Sabha chairperson by virtue of being the vice president) of the Rajya Sabha and does not hold any other office of profit. During any period when the vice president acts as, or discharges the functions of the president, he does not perform the duties of the office of the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha and, is not entitled to any salary or allowances payable to the chairperson, Rajya Sabha. As per Article 66 of the Constitution, the vice president is elected by the members of the Electoral College consisting of the members of both houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote. Who can be elected as vice president: A person cannot be elected as vice president unless he is a citizen of India; has completed the age of 35 years, and is qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha. A person is not also eligible if he holds any office of profit under the Government of India or a state government or any subordinate local authority. PTI NAB MNK MNK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Polls to elect next Vice President to be held as soon as possible: Constitution
With Jagdeep Dhankhar quitting as the Vice President, the election to appoint his successor will have to be held "as soon as possible". According to Clause 2 of Article 68 of the Constitution, an election to fill a vacancy in the office of the Vice President occurring due to his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise will be held "as soon as possible" after it goes vacant. The person elected to fill the vacancy will be entitled to hold office "for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office". The Constitution is silent on who performs the duties of the Vice President in case of his death or resignation before the expiry of his term, or when the Vice President acts as the President of India. The Vice President is the second highest constitutional office in the country. He serves for a five-year term, but can continue to be in office, irrespective of the expiry of the term, until the successor assumes office. The only provision in the Constitution is with regard to the vice president's function as the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, which is performed, during the period of such vacancy, by the Deputy Chairperson or any other member of the Rajya Sabha authorised by the President of India. The Vice President may resign from his office by submitting his resignation to the President. The resignation becomes effective from the day it is accepted. The Vice President is the ex-officio Chairperson (holding the office of Rajya Sabha chairperson by virtue of being the vice president) of the Rajya Sabha and does not hold any other office of profit. During any period when the Vice President acts as, or discharges the functions of the President, he does not perform the duties of the office of the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha and, is not entitled to any salary or allowances payable to the Chairperson, Rajya Sabha. As per Article 66 of the Constitution, the Vice President is elected by the members of the Electoral College consisting of the members of both houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote. Who can be elected as Vice President: A person cannot be elected as Vice President unless he is a citizen of India; has completed the age of 35 years, and is qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha. A person is not also eligible if he holds any office of profit under the Government of India or a State government or any subordinate local authority.
