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Trump Orders Probe into Nigeria’s Christian Persecution Amid Violence

12/3/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into Christian persecution in Nigeria, prompting a House session led by Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart.
Vicky Hartzler, chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, cited escalating violence including mass abductions.
She urged targeted sanctions and greater oversight of U.S. aid to Nigeria.
Lawmakers criticized the Biden administration for reversing Nigeria's "country of particular concern" designation, warning the move has deadly consequences.

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into Christian persecution in Nigeria, prompting a House session led by Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart.
Vicky Hartzler, chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, cited escalating violence including mass abductions.
She urged targeted sanctions and greater oversight of U.S. aid to Nigeria.
Lawmakers criticized the Biden administration for reversing Nigeria's "country of particular concern" designation, warning the move has deadly consequences.