Trump pushes back amid signs of strain in transition
President elect Donald Trump and his team deny turmoil in the transition to White House staffing and policy posts. Allies call early chaos natural, while aides warn of power struggles as appointments pace varies and debate over who will lead verification and implementation.
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Mitch McConnell of Kentucky re-elected as Senate majority leader and Chuck Schumer of New York chosen as Senate minority leader. McConnell, 74, known as a skilled tactician, guided the GOP through Supreme Court and Trump era battles while Schumer, 65, becomes the top Democrat as Republicans control the House. Democrats hold 52 48 edge with two independents backing Dems, leaving McConnell facing a 60 vote threshold on key issues.
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