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8:34am Jan 05, 2017

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When It Comes To Russia, So Far Donald Trump Mostly Stands Alone

by Mara Liasson

Republicans have embraced many of Trump's stances on key issues like trade and the deficit. On Russia, however, they couldn't be more divided.

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1:06pm Jan 02, 2017

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GOP Leaders Ready To Pivot From 'Do-Nothing' To Doing A Lot In 2017

by Jessica Taylor

For the first time in a decade, GOP leaders in Congress will have a Republican president to approve their agenda. But they'll have to manage differences over Russia and Cabinet nominees.
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1:29pm Dec 29, 2016

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10 Election Moments You Won't Totally Hate And Might Even Like

by Meg Anderson

The 2016 election was divisive and nasty and full of insults and innuendo. But let's look at the brighter side — here are 10 lighter moments from 2016 that weren't so bad. Some are actually funny.
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12:31pm Dec 27, 2016

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From Delay To Action: The Supreme Court To Take A Conservative Turn In 2017

by Nina Totenberg

Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell took a big gamble in not advancing the nomination of a centrist judge for the Supreme Court, appointed by President Obama. It's about to pay off — big league.

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10:52am Dec 22, 2016

National National Politics & Government

Latinos Will Never Vote For A Republican, And Other Myths About Hispanics From 2016

by Asma Khalid

There were expectations that Donald Trump would do worse with Latino voters than any candidate in history, but that didn't happen.

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9:10am Dec 22, 2016

National National Politics & Government

'Dawn Of A New Unified Republican Government' Coming In 2017

by Susan Davis

Republicans are planning an ambitious agenda in anticipation of controlling both the White House and Congress for the first time in a decade.
Alex Brandon / AP

7:17pm Dec 19, 2016

National National Politics & Government

Donald Trump Secures Electoral College Win, With Few Surprises

by Scott Detrow

The Electoral College gathered in 50 states to formalize results of last month's election amid increased scrutiny. Despite pressure on Trump electors, more defected from Clinton than the Republican.
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9:41am Dec 15, 2016

National National Politics & Government

President-Elect Trump Breaks With Long History Of Press Conferences

by Tamara Keith

Donald Trump hasn't held a press conference since July, opting instead for frequent tweets and the occasional interview. Presidents-elect typically take questions from reporters within days.

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4:26pm Dec 14, 2016

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Trump's Men In Moscow: Trump Disciples Suddenly Showing Up In Russia

by Lucian Kim

Former Rep. Jack Kingston, traveling as a private individual, was briefing businesspeople in Russia — and it's no secret to Russians that he has ties to Trump.
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9:15am Dec 14, 2016

National National Politics & Government

Should Trump Foes See Tillerson At State As Last Straw Or First Ray Of Hope?

by Ron Elving

Whether Trump ultimately follows his team of hotspurs or uses them as heat shields as he negotiates a new reality, he sees them all as serving his purpose — not the other way around.
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9:32pm Dec 13, 2016

National National Politics & Government

Trump's Cabinet Picks 'Take The Establishment And Shake It Upside Down'

by Tamara Keith

As the president-elect has named his Cabinet picks, in the realm of domestic policy, it's clear he's aiming for a dramatic shift from the Obama administration and tradition.

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4:42pm Dec 12, 2016

National National Politics & Government

Why FBI And CIA Could Differ About Motive For Russian Election Hacks

by Carrie Johnson

Current and former national security officials say the apparent disagreement about the intent of Russian hacks before the U.S. presidential election is unusual in a matter of such national import.