Before stepping down last month, Attorney General William Barr, a Republican appointed by Trump, said fraud did not affect the election's outcome. Arizona's and Georgia's Republican governors, whose states were crucial to Biden's victory, have also stated that their election results were accurate. Democrats, meanwhile, are pushing ahead, eager to partner with Biden on shared priorities, starting with efforts to stem the pandemic and economic crisis. Among the House Republican newcomers are Trump-aligned Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, who has given nod to conspiracy Q-Anon theories. House Republicans boosted their ranks in the November election, electing a handful of women and minorities, more than ever.

Source: CBC News January 03, 2021 15:11 UTC