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News Wrap: Biden defends legacy on world stage in address

Season 2025 Episode 13 | 5m 37s

In our news wrap Monday, President Biden defended his legacy on the world stage during an address at the State Department, the White House proposed export limits on computer chips used in artificial intelligence, China's exports grew sharply as companies rushed to lock in orders ahead of Trump's return and at least 100 people mining in South Africa died after being trapped underground for months.

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