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NPR | By Steve Inskeep,

Michel Martin

Published December 5, 2024 at 3:47 AM EST

Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary fights to save nomination. Manhunt is underway in NYC for the person who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO. How would mass deportations affect U.S. job market?

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