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Trump-Biden Meeting After Election Win
Donald Trump's upcoming meeting with Joe Biden in the Oval Office after his presidential election victory is a significant event, given their history of intense rivalry and differences in how they have handled the transition of power.
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- What is the main event described in the article?
- Donald Trump will meet with Joe Biden in the Oval Office on Wednesday following Trump's victory in the US Presidential election. This meeting is significant given their bitter rivalry and infrequent direct interactions.
- How does this event relate to the tradition of presidential transitions in the US?
- The meeting follows established conventions of a peaceful transition of power, although Trump deviated from these norms after losing the 2020 election to Biden. Biden, in contrast, emphasized the importance of a smooth transition.
- What are some of the personnel decisions made by Trump in the wake of his victory?
- Trump's recent victory has set in motion the process of forming his new administration, including key appointments and decisions about his cabinet. His decision about who will not be in the new administration was also made public.
- What remains uncertain after the election, and how could it impact Trump's governance?
- The outcome of several unresolved races for the House of Representatives will determine the balance of power in Congress, impacting Trump's ability to enact his policies once he assumes office. The Republicans have secured a majority in the Senate.
- What was the nature of the relationship between Biden and Trump during the 2020 election campaign?
- The 2020 election campaign between Biden and Trump was exceptionally harsh, marked by personal attacks and deeply divisive rhetoric. Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race after a disastrous debate further escalated the conflict.