US Senate
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Marco Rubio was the last Republican holdout against Trump’s pick, and the former oil executive is widely expected to win confirmation from the full Senate
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The most diverse Congress yet faces uphill battle to resist possible proposals against Muslims and Latinos, while representing ‘the most vulnerable among us’
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The Affordable Care Act has helped millions acquire previously unaffordable or unavailable health insurance, but Republicans are making its removal a priority in the wake of Trump’s election. Here’s how they could do it
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US allies look to Senate confirmation hearings for ExxonMobil CEO and ‘friend of Putin’ amid concerns over future of Nato and Russia sanctions
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From Russia’s possible interference in the presidential election to US intelligence fears, here are key figures and questions in play – and what it all could mean
Rex Tillerson receives backing to be secretary of state from key senators