Philip Alexiou

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August 03, 2024
Cameroonian-American candidate pursues a seat on the Prince Georges County Council

We take a look at another African candidate running for political office in the United States. Cameroonian born American Leo Bachi Eyombo tries to earn an at-large seat on the County Council in Prince Georges County, Maryland. In his own words, he talks about why he’s running in this piece produced by VOA’s Philip Alexiou.
July 28, 2024
A taste of Ethiopian culture via Tej: honey wine

Gize Negussie, CEO of Negus Winery, is on a mission to introduce Americans to Ethiopian culture through the experience of drinking Tej, also known as honey wine. With a recipe dating back over 3,000 years, Negus Winery brings a unique and delicious taste of Ethiopia to the United States. VOA's Phil Alexiou has more.
July 25, 2024
Netanyahu urges continued support for Israel at the United States Capitol

Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint session of the United States Congress about his country’s fight against Hamas. VOA’s Phillip Alexiou reports from the United States Capitol building for more on the Israeli leader’s address to the U.S. legislative body.
July 23, 2024
Analyst comments on security failures that contributed to attack on Donald Trump

Questions have arisen regarding Saturday’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. VOA's Philip Alexiou talked to James Hamilton, the founder of Hamilton Security Group, about effective security measures that are usually in place at large outdoor venues to protect U.S. presidents.
July 12, 2024
The 2024 NATO Summit meets amid enhanced security

In close proximity to the convention center where the NATO Summit is wrapping up, VOA’s Phillip Alexiou takes a look at security at the meeting and how local businesses handled the closures.
July 11, 2024
World leaders meet again for NATO summit

For the second day, world leaders are convening in Washington D.C for the NATO Summit. Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated the support for Ukraine is “the most urgent task” of the three days of meetings. VOA Phillip Alexious talks to Sophie Arts, who is part of the non-profit German Marshall Fund, for more details on the international community’s expectations and reaction.
July 09, 2024
US Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity

Donald Trump is facing charges that he plotted to overturn the 2020 election. Although the U.S. Supreme Court has asserted that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, the immunity does not stretch to personal ones. VOA’s Philip Alexiou talks with Victoria Nourse, the executive director of the Center on Congressional Studies at Georgetown University Law School for more details.
July 06, 2024
Analysis: US Supreme Court overturns federal regulations doctrine

The US Supreme Court has made one of its biggest decisions this term striking down what is known as The Chevron Doctrine, a 1984 Supreme Court ruling that gave government agencies the power to interpret statues that fell under their expert purview. VOA’s Philip Alexiou talks with assistant professor Michael Richardson at Georgetown University to get an understanding of the implications are going forward.
June 19, 2024
Juneteenth holiday honors legacy of formerly enslaved individuals in US

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States two days after the civil war's conclusion. After first receiving their freedom by federal proclamation, many formerly enslaved Africans Americans would go on to create their own communities across the southern United States. VOA’s Philip Alexiou went to one such community, Gum Springs, for a look into how the town is still honoring the formerly enslaved who first created it in 1833.
June 13, 2024
Analysis: US Supreme Court upholds abortion medication access

The Supreme Court of the United States has tackled a variety of legal issues since its term started in October 2023. From environmental protection to abortion to Donald Trump’s election eligibility, the court is wading into legal territory not seen in modern history. VOA’s Philip Alexiou was live at the Supreme Court in Washington, DC with a look into some of the high profile opinions that were released earlier today.
June 13, 2024
Hunter Biden convicted on gun-related felony charges

Hunter Biden, the son of United States President Joe Biden, was convicted Tuesday on three felony charges related to his purchase of a gun back in 2018. Biden faces up to 25 years in prison, although it is unlikely he will serve the full sentence. For an analysis into the verdict and what could happen next for Hunter Biden, VOA’s Philip Alexiou spoke to John Fortier, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.
June 07, 2024
Cameroonian-American US House candidate reflects on campaign

Gabriel Njinimbot, who arrived in America 26 years ago from Cameroon and took a shot at running in the primary for the US House of Representatives for Maryland’s 4th district congressional seat. While Njinimbot did not win the primary to advance further, he tells VOA’s Philip Alexiou that he hopes that his first campaign will serve as inspiration to others in the diaspora.
June 06, 2024
Analysis: What was former US President Trump convicted on?

The felony conviction of former United States President Donald Trump has taken a unique journey across the U.S. judicial system. As the presumptive Republican nominee, Trump now awaits sentencing that could include time in prison, which may complicate his bid for the presidency. To learn more about what the former President was convicted on and how it will affect the upcoming 2024 presidential election, VOA’s Philip Alexiou spoke to Walter Olson, a senior fellow at the Cato Institute's Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies.
May 24, 2024
US-Kenya Business Forum aims to create investment opportunities

Kenyan President William Ruto, Vice President Kamala Harris, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and others participate in the U.S.-Kenya Business Forum hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington. VOA’s Paul Ndiho attended the event and has this report.
May 13, 2024
Cameroonian American runs for US Congress

With congressional primaries underway U.S., voters in the state of Maryland will head to the polls on May 14. VOA’s Philip Alexiou spoke to Gabriel Njinimbot, a Cameroon American, who is running to represent Maryland's 4th Congressional District.

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Philip Alexiou

Produced by Philip Alexiou

Cameroonian-American candidate pursues a seat on the Prince Georges County Council

A taste of Ethiopian culture via Tej: honey wine

Netanyahu urges continued support for Israel at the United States Capitol

Analyst comments on security failures that contributed to attack on Donald Trump

The 2024 NATO Summit meets amid enhanced security

World leaders meet again for NATO summit

US Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity

Analysis: US Supreme Court overturns federal regulations doctrine

Juneteenth holiday honors legacy of formerly enslaved individuals in US

Analysis: US Supreme Court upholds abortion medication access

Hunter Biden convicted on gun-related felony charges

Cameroonian-American US House candidate reflects on campaign

Analysis: What was former US President Trump convicted on?

US-Kenya Business Forum aims to create investment opportunities

Cameroonian American runs for US Congress