In Asia, midterms spark worries about diplomatic uncertainty, economic pressure
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Congressional Democrats vowed to put the Trump administration on the defensive with subpoenas and hearings, but said their priority is to make life more affordable. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2 lean right.
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Congressional Democrats vowed to put the Trump administration on the defensive with subpoenas and hearings, but said their priority is to make life more affordable.
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In Asia, midterms spark worries about diplomatic uncertainty, economic pressure
Follow the SCMP’s live coverage here. In the wake of Democrats’ sweeping victory in congressional elections, Asian countries are weighing how their ties with the US will shift under a lame-duck Trump administration. Washington’s Asian allies believe the “blue wave” will only...
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