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More than 100 newly elected members of Congress arrived in Washington for the start of freshmen orientation, following the Democratic Party's sweep of the midterm elections. The orientation includes training sessions and receptions for the newcomers, and briefings on office setup, payroll, and benefits. The new members are also preparing for internal party elections for their new leaders, ahead of a public vote in January for the speaker of the House.
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