Congress returns after GOP losses as Miller named chief of staff

Outlets report that Congress has reconvened after Republican midterm losses, with President Trump appointing Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff during the final weeks of GOP control.

At a glance

Lawmakers returned to Washington for a post-election session following midterm losses for Republicans.1 2 3
President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as the new White House chief of staff.2 3
Republicans face their final weeks in control of Congress before power shifts in the new year.1 2 3

Lawmakers have reconvened in Washington for a lame-duck session following Republican defeats in the midterm elections.1 2 3

The election results leave Republicans with only weeks remaining in control of Congress before power shifts in the new year.1 2 3

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller to serve as White House chief of staff.2 3

Where sources agree

Congress returned to Washington after midterm elections3 of 3
Republicans suffered losses in the midterm elections3 of 3
Stephen Miller was named White House chief of staff2 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

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