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Optimism amongst Trump supporters as thousands gather for inauguration

On the eve of the swearing-in ceremony, thousands of Trump supporters stood in line despite the freezing weather to attend a 'Make America Great Again' rally.

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US National Guard to deploy 8,000 troops for Trump's inauguration

Ahead of Trump's inauguration on Monday, the US National Guard set up security perimeters in Washington amid protests for women's rights and racial justice.

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Trump arrives in Washington ahead of Monday's inauguration

Before the president-elect had arrived in the capital, groups of mostly female protesters began taking to the street to march for women’s rights which they believe are under threat from the incoming administration.

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Which Hispanic leaders will attend Trump's inauguration?

Next Monday Donald Trump takes office as the 47th President of the United States.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter honoured with state funeral

The late US President Jimmy Carter received a funeral service at the National Cathedral in Washington DC. All living current and former presidents were in attendance, in addition to foreign dignitaries, to witness the final honouring of the 39th US president.

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This year, Hanukkah and Christmas are celebrated on the same day.

The celebrations of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, have begun with a series of high-profile ceremonies around the world.

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Visit the White House with its thousands of Christmas decorations

A drone films the interior of the White House showing the glittering Christmas decorations throughout the historic residence.

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Trump nominates former wrestling CEO and TV doctor to cabinet

Donald Trump has nominated three more people for top roles in his administration, but leading jobs including Treasury secretary remain unfilled.

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Trump and Biden pledge smooth transition of power

US president-elect Donald Trump visited the White House on Wednesday for an Oval Office meeting with President Joe Biden, where both pledged to ensure a smooth transition of power.

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Kamala Harris delivers closing campaign pitch in Washington DC

The vice president spoke at the Ellipse in Washington DC, the same site where Donald Trump told his supporters to 'fight like hell' shortly before the 2021 Capitol riot.

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US remembers lives lost in 11 September terror attacks 23 years later

On 11 September 2001 — a date that falls at the height of the US presidential election period every four years — four hijacked planes killed nearly 3,000 people.

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Biden hosts NATO dinner as he hopes to maintain fresh image

He has an opportunity Thursday to try to prove to the American public that he’s capable of serving another four years as US president.

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NATO: China has become 'decisive enabler' of war in Ukraine

It is the first time all the group's allies have stated this so clearly in a statement approved by all 32 members of the alliance at the NATO summit in Washington.

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Will the NATO Washington summit deliver for Ukraine?

Leaders are meeting in Washington DC for the NATO summit, where the support of Ukraine and boosting defence industry are among main topics of discussion.

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Putin 'dead wrong' to question NATO commitment to Ukraine, allies say

NATO allies are gathering in Washington, DC, to mark the alliance's 75th anniversary. Fresh announcements on further support for Ukraine are meant to show Moscow that no one is giving up on Kyiv.

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Supreme Court rules Trump has some immunity, delays trial

The Supreme Court have ruled that Donald Trump has immunity for some of his actions in a case where he is charged with plotting to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss.

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G7 eyes frozen Russian assets for Ukraine as US sends more aid

Washington has announced €253 million in military assistance for Ukraine as G7 nations say they will explore ways of using frozen Russian assets to help Kyiv.

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Why are 100 of Washington D.C.’s iconic cherry trees being cut down?

Beloved social media star ‘Stumpy the Cherry Blossom’ is among the casualties.

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US Supreme Court to hear case seeking to bar Trump from election

Donald Trump's behaviour before and during 2021 attack on Congress have already seen him struck from ballot in more than one state.

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Huge rallies in Europe and beyond call for ceasefire in Gaza

Tens of thousands of people gathered in many of the world's capitals on Saturday to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. A pro-Israel rally was set to take place in London on Sunday.