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The president-elect formed his own coronavirus advisory team, since he doesn't have access to current officials.
Republican senators criticize Trump's firing of Christopher Krebs
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Cruz calls senator "a complete ass" for mask comment
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U.S. drops drug charges against Mexican general, clearing way for transfer
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Georgia counties on "good pace" to complete audit by deadline, official says
The deadline for counties to complete the audit is 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, ahead of the Friday deadline for state certification.
Key COVID relief programs set to expire without deal on new bill
Programs intended to help people who have lost their jobs are set to expire unless Congress reaches a deal.
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