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Trump Fires Esper in Surprise Move

By Paul D. Shinkman

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Trump Fires Esper in Surprise Move

The decision followed rumors of Esper’s imminent dismissal after months of the Pentagon chief unsuccessfully trying to repair prior divisions between the two.

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Pfizer Virus Vaccine is 90% Effective

Pfizer said it could apply for emergency use authorization sometime this month.

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Stocks Soar on Biden, COVID-19 Vaccine News

Global markets were already ahead when Pfizer delivered news its vaccine is proving 90% effective in trials.

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Biden Win Greeted With Celebration

U.S. Allies Express Relief at Biden Win

Kamala Harris Makes History

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Georgia Could Decide Senate Majority

If both of Georgia’s races head to runoff elections, the balance of power in the Senate could be in limbo until early January.

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The Blue Wave That Never Came

Republican pick-ups made a dent in the House majority, but Democrats still have a narrow path to the Senate with uncalled races in Georgia and North Carolina.

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Counties With Worst Virus Surges Overwhelmingly Voted Trump

U.S. voters went to the polls starkly divided on how they see President Donald Trump’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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What are the best value stocks to buy in the last innings of 2020?

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State Financial Aid: What to Know

The average state financial aid grant awarded to full-time-equivalent-undergraduates in the U.S. in 2018-2019 was $930.

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Trump Defiant in Face of Election Loss to Biden

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Many World Leaders Express Hope, Relief After Biden Win

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Congress Votes to Oust Peru's President Amid Pandemic Crisis

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US Allows 1st Emergency Use of a COVID-19 Antibody Drug

Trump Books Will Continue After Trump Leaves Office

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Michigan Couple With 14 Sons Welcome Their First Daughter

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Houston Police Officer Shot and Killed, Suspect Sought

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