US: New Congress members pose for traditional photo at Capitol
Newly elected US lawmakers gathered on Capitol Hill on Thursday 12 November for a traditional group photograph ahead of the opening of the 120th Congress. The incoming House members are attending orientation following the November midterm elections.
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