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Donald Trump provided the coattails that got a lot of (Republican congressional candidates) over the finish line.
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Intrigue: Ryan DOESN'T answer when asked if Trump supports his speakership11:22 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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Paul Ryan said he has spoken to Trump twice in the last 18 hours, says, "Our relationship is fine."
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Republicans can pix problem of Obamacare with Trump as president: Paul Ryan
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We have a responsibility to come together and find common ground.
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Pelosi says House Democrats "can work together to quickly pass a robust infrastructure jobs bill."
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The cover of Time magazine is seen at a news stand at Pennsylvania Station in New York. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton
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Data Dive: Trump’s win a renewed boost for oil & gas companies?
Global stock markets experienced a bit of shock (without the awe) after Republican Donald Trump upset the establishment to win the White House. Renewable energy stocks, including solar and wind power companies, took a beating on Wednesday morning as investors presumably expect a Trump presidency will be bad for those businesses.
But oil and gas companies may be poised to hitch a ride on the president-elect’s coattails, if his energy plan succeeds.
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Ryan says House Republicans are coordinating with Trump on what can be achieved in lame duck, working with Trump to 'hit the ground running' as soon as he is sworn in. -
Congrats to President-Elect Donald Trump - as Chrmn of Armed Services Cmte I'll work to confront nat'l security challenges & support troops11:21 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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Just heard 7 million fewer Democrats voted this year vs. 2012. Anyone who thinks Comey's letter drove some of that is deluding themselves11:35 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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Kaine says nobody had to wonder if Clinton would accept the results of the U.S. election.
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Hillary Clinton says she hopes Donald Trump will be a successful president for all Americans.
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Clinton says she called Donald Trump last night and offered to work with him.
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Clinton says 'this is painful' but reminds supporters her campaign was not about one person, but 'the country we love'
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Clinton tells her supporters they must accept the outcome of the election.
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We owe him an open mind and a chance to succeed
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Clinton says rule of law, equal rights, freedom of worship must be respected, defended.
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Clinton says now our responsibility as citizens is to continue to build a fairer America.
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Hillary Clinton says country owes President Obama and Michelle Obama 'an enormous debt of gratitude.'
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Hillary Clinton embraces her running mate Tim Kaine as he arrives to address her staff and supporters about the results of the U.S. election at a hotel in the Manhattan borough of New York. REUTERS/Carlos Barria
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Trump speech last night: best of his campaign. Clinton speech now: best of hers.11:45 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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A member of the campaign staff of former Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton hugs her young daughter as they wait for Clinton to appear and speak after losing the election to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, at a hotel in the Manhattan borough of New York. REUTERS/Brian Snyder
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"Our responsibility as citizens is to keep doing our part to build that better, stronger, fairer America we seek. And I know you will.”4:45 PM - 09 Nov 2016- Reply
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"I want to thank Tim Kaine and Anne Holton for being our partners on this journey." —Hillary4:45 PM - 09 Nov 2016
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"To Barack and Michelle Obama, our country owes you an enormous debt of gratitude. We thank you for your graceful, determined leadership.”4:47 PM - 09 Nov 2016- Reply
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"To Bill, Chelsea, Marc, Charlotte, Aidan, our brothers, and our entire family—my love for you means more than I can ever express." —Hillary4:47 PM - 09 Nov 2016- Reply
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11:45 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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Hillary Clinton addresses her staff and supporters about the results of the U.S. election as former U.S. President Bill Clinton applauds at a hotel in the Manhattan borough of New York. REUTERS/Carlos Barria
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'Please never stop believing that fighting for what's right is worth it': Clinton to supporters
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"This loss hurts. But please never stop believing that fighting for what’s right is worth it." —Hillary4:50 PM - 09 Nov 2016
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Nothing has made me prouder than to be your champion.
Hillary Clinton to her women supporters -
what is it about concession speeches that prompt people to say, "if only this candidate had been on display..." ?11:46 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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"To all the little girls watching...never doubt that you are valuable and powerful & deserving of every chance & opportunity in the world."4:51 PM - 09 Nov 2016
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Clinton says she still believes Americans can respect their differences, with best days ahead for America.
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I know we have still not shattered that highest and hardest glass ceiling but someday somebody will and hopefully sooner.
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Good speech, Hillary. She's right. You should keep on fighting the good fight, regardless of the outcome.11:54 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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And now the foreign policy nerd in me wonders how, and when, China will test America after Jan 20. (As they have past presidents).11:55 AM - 09 Nov 2016
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Investors worldwide are trying to make some sense of the U.S. election. Breakingviews columnists take a closer look at what it means for the Federal Reserve, infrastructure and U.S. stocks. -
Former President George W. Bush says he called Trump to congratulate him on victory -
The political novice defeated heavily favored Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton. She won the popular vote but he won the White House.
Read Allison Silver's commentary and analysis on making sense of the Trump win. -
To say that the 45th president of the United States is something a little different is the understatement of the century.
Join Peter Apps for his latest commentary as he welcomes us to 'Donald Trump's world'. -
Obama says he spoke to Trump at 3:30 a.m. and invited him to the White House tomorrow.
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OBAMA: "The peaceful transition of power is one of the hallmarks of our democracy."12:22 PM - 09 Nov 2016- Reply
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Obama says the country needs a sense of unity, inclusion, respect for institutions and rule of law. Obama hopes Trump maintains that spirit throughout the transition.
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Obama says his team has left a stronger, better country than existed eight years ago
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Don't get cynical. Don't ever think you can't make a difference.
President Obama to young people
Putin says Russia will follow up fast after Ukraine call with Biden
MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia would send ideas to Washington within a week to follow up his talks with U.S. President Joe Biden on the Ukraine crisis.
