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President had previously described jihadis as ‘junior varsity’
Recall of UK parliament highlights limited role of Congress
Khalilzad defends himself over funds in wife’s account
US vows to work with Abadi-led administration to fight Isis
Democrats feared plan could endanger vulnerable senators in November midterm elections
Republicans see the election as a referendum on Obama and even Democrats are distancing themselves from him
David Plouffe to join driver-hailing service as lobbyist
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