Republicans win control of House and Senate in Congress sweep | The Excerpt
Plus, Sen. John Thune will be the next Senate majority leader, while President-elect Donald Trump continues to build his next staff.
Bohannan Requests a Recount in Iowa’s Close Congressional Race as GOP Wins Control of House
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Republicans win House majority, securing sweeping power in Washington
Republicans won control of the House of Representatives on Wednesday, according to a projection by the Associated Press, handing the party a sweep and ushering in a new era in Washington. With the presidency,
Trump's dream scenario: Republicans win control of House and Senate in Congress sweep
The election results set up two years of conservative control on Capitol Hill.
Republicans Win 218 US House Seats, Giving Donald Trump and the Party Control of Government
Republicans have won enough seats to control the U.S. House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on U.S. government alongside President-elect Donald Trump
Republicans win House majority after victories in California, Arizona
Republicans have won enough seats to control the U.S. House, securing their hold on the government alongside President-elect Donald Trump.
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Liberals pressure Senate Democrats to confirm more Biden judges while they can
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Republicans reject Trump allies' pick, elect John Thune as next Senate majority leader
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