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Republicans to retain control of US House of Representatives: AP

Republicans to retain control of US House of Representatives: AP

Republicans under President-elect Trump gain control of both chambers of Congress, White House

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Biden to meet with China's Xi in Peru this week: White House
14.11.2024

Biden to meet with China's Xi in Peru this week: White House

'This will be 3rd in-person meeting between the two leaders since President Biden came into office,' says White House

Biden to become first sitting US President to visit Amazon rainforest
13.11.2024

Biden to become first sitting US President to visit Amazon rainforest

'Biden will visit the rainforest, engage with local leaders who are working to preserve and protect this critical ecosystem,' says National Security Advisor

Trump taps Marco Rubio for US Secretary of State post
13.11.2024

Trump taps Marco Rubio for US Secretary of State post

President-elect says Rubio will be strong advocate of US, ‘true friend’ to allies. ‘fearless Warrior’ to adversaries

US says it secured 'further commitments' from Israel as Gaza aid situation deteriorates
13.11.2024

US says it secured 'further commitments' from Israel as Gaza aid situation deteriorates

'We want to see those commitments followed through on,' says National Security Advisor

John Thune elected US Senate majority leader
13.11.2024

John Thune elected US Senate majority leader

Thune will replace Mitch McConnell who will step down at year’s end