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NPR | By A Martínez,

Michel Martin

Published November 12, 2024 at 4:22 AM EST

President-elect Trump is likely to influence who's chosen as Senate and House leaders. Trump must decide who will lead the Justice Department. President Biden travels to Peru and Brazil this week.

A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First.

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Michel Martin

Michel Martin is a host of Morning Edition.

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