Meet the new GOP majority in House politics
The article profiles incoming House Republicans Mia Love Elise Stefanik Carlos Curbelo and others highlighting youth diversity and women on the GOP ticket. It notes shifts from 234 to at least 244 seats offering Boehner more room to maneuver while warning the party's hard line wing remains influential and capable of disrupting legislation and funding.
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Republicans' vague mandate to fix economy
Republicans won a broad midterm victory with a mandate to improve the economy but no clear plan. Democrats argue the Kochs influenced the race, while voters show mixed views on immigration, same sex marriage, climate change, and health care. Exit polls reveal public dissatisfaction and varied political priorities as the new GOP majority prepares to govern.
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