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Trump under fire for attacks on Democratic congresswomen
Trump also accused the four first-term congresswomen - who are of Hispanic, Arab, Somali and African American origin - of having "love" for US "enemies like Al-Qaeda."
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New poll shows Biden with big lead over Trump
A separate survey of key battleground states, by CBS, shows Democrats strongly favour Biden as the candidate most likely to beat Trump in next year's elections.
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Biden, in flip, opposes ban on federal funds for abortion
For decades, the former vice president supported the controversial provision that many in his party are now aiming to overturn.
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Trump's potential next chief of staff pick leaving White House
Shortly after Ayers said he would not take on the role, Trump jumped online to tweet: "I am in the process of interviewing some really great people for the position of White House Chief of Staff."
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Democrats strike early in battle for US House, face uphill climb in Senate
That gave Democrats two of the 23 seats they need to capture the Republican-held House, slam the brakes on Trump’s agenda and exercise renewed oversight of his administration.
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Trump, Obama tout clashing visions of US as elections near
Trump campaigned with Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp, who is in a tight race with Democrat Stacey Abrams for the governor’s office.
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FBI report on Kavanaugh nears completion: sources
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said on the Senate floor on Wednesday that “we will not be intimidated” by opponents who have tried to derail Kavanaugh’s nomination.
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FBI digs into US Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh's past
University professor Christine Blasey Ford has said Judge was a witness when Kavanaugh allegedly sexually assaulted her at a party in 1982 when they were high school students in Maryland.
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Trump says govt shutdown not likely before November election
In an interview with Fox News, Trump said he had been persuaded that closing the government would hurt his fellow Republican candidates.
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Trump says 'I'm not a racist,' keeps door open for DACA deal
The comments led to harsh recriminations from Democrats and Republicans alike, with some critics accusing Trump of racism.
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Trump could be interviewed within weeks in Russia probe - 'Washington Post'
The interview, which would deal with a limited portion of questions, could take place within the next several weeks, the Post said, citing a person close to the president.
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Pence delays trip to Egypt, Israel because of US tax vote
Pence had been scheduled to depart on Tuesday night for Cairo. Instead, the trip will be rescheduled for the week of 14 January, officials told reporters.
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Trump allies say Mueller unlawfully obtained thousands of emails
Democrats say there is a wide-ranging effort by the president’s allies on Capitol Hill and in some media outlets to discredit Mueller’s investigation.
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Democrats to join Trump, Republicans in talks to avert govt shutdown
The meeting was scheduled for Thursday, a day before funding for the federal government is due to run out.
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Democrats skip Trump meeting, raising risk of government shutdown
Trump left empty seats on either side of him, with name cards for Schumer, the Senate Democratic leader, and Pelosi, the top Democrat in the House of Representatives.
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Republicans unveil tax cut bill, but the hard work awaits
The legislation, called the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, produces new advantages for rich Americans through lowered corporate taxes, phasing out the estate tax.
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Trump lays out new Iran strategy Friday, complicating European ties
White House Chief of Staff John Kelly said the US approach toward Iran is to work with allies in the Middle East to contain Tehran’s activities.
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Republicans assail Trump after he defends Confederate monuments
Republican Senator Bob Corker, chairperson of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, questioned Trump’s capacity to govern.
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President Trump’s reelection campaign releases television ad
Trump continues to struggle with low approval numbers, and the television ad could be an attempt to bolster his support.
