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Preparations start for Trump II

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Rumours are already swirling about who will join Donald Trump’s new administration. The one thing all of the names have in common is their unswerving loyalty to the man himself. With control of the Senate already in Republican hands, and the party inching closer to a majority in the House of Representatives, there may be little to restrain Mr Trump during his second term. Read our cover leader this week to find out our view of what Mr Trump’s return means for America and the world.

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