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All the living former presidents released statements condemning the violence and breach of the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday while calling for the nation's leaders to unite. usatoday.com/story/news/pol…
Former President Barack Obama
Former President George W. Bush
Former President Bill Clinton
Former President Jimmy Carter

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7 Jan
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6 Jan
Members of Congress expect a long day of bitter debate today as both houses convene to count Electoral College votes and certify Democrat Joe Biden as the winner of the 2020 presidential election.

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