AI In-brief 13 Sept 11:39

China's Xi further cements power as party congress closes

Xi Jinping solidified his "iron grip" on power, poised to secure an unprecedented third five-year leadership term, making him China's most powerful ruler since Mao Zedong.
The new Central Committee excluded key officials like outgoing Premier Li Keqiang and Wang Yang, signaling a Politburo Standing Committee likely filled with Xi's loyalists.
Constitutional amendments were approved to enshrine Xi's "core status" and his political thought, further centralizing authority around him.
This consolidation suggests Xi will face minimal internal resistance, allowing him to implement policies according to his will.

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Democratic takeover of US Congress: What happens next

Democrats plan an ambitious legislative push in the House's first 100 hours, focusing on affordability, healthcare, and reversing Trump-era policies.
They will launch extensive investigations into alleged corruption and abuses within the Trump administration, using committee powers to subpoena officials and documents.
The Senate majority grants Democrats the power to block Trump's judicial and cabinet nominees, significantly curbing his influence on federal appointments.
Despite their victories, Democrats face significant obstacles, including Trump's veto power and Senate procedural rules, making legislative progress difficult without bipartisan cooperation.

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