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Congress is back after GOP's midterm defeat. And, Trump appoints new chief of staff

Republicans have just weeks left of control of Congress. Here's what to expect. And, Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, signaling his readiness to confront his opposition.

9 November 2026Live

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NPR Politics. https://www.npr.org/2026/11/09/g-s1-152627/up-first-newsletter-stephen-miller-trump-congress-nvidia-cop31

Republicans have just weeks left of control of Congress. Here's what to expect. And, Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, signaling his readiness to confront his opposition.

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