Week in politics: Democrats plan for the next Congress, Trump's new Chief of Staff
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- NPR reports: “Democrats plans for the next Congress, where they'll hold significant majorities in both chambers. Meanwhile, President Trump signals his plans by promoting Stephen Miller as his new Chief of Staff.”
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