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Analysis: Out of power in Washington, Republicans pursue hard-right agenda

United States · 11:43 AM UTC

Shut out of power in Washington, Republicans are using their dominance in state houses across the country to oppose Democratic President Joe Biden’s agenda and appease the diehard supporters of his Republican predecessor, Donald Trump.

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Asia Pacific

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Business

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Health & Pharmaceuticals

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UK

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United States

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India

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Energy

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