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Here are the latest news stories from BBC News in the United States:

Top Stories

  1. US and China agree to phase one trade deal: The US and China have agreed to a phase one trade deal, which will see China increase its purchases of US goods and services, and the US delay some tariffs.
  2. Impeachment inquiry: Trump's lawyers argue against witnesses: The lawyers for US President Donald Trump have argued that the impeachment inquiry should not hear from new witnesses, as it would be unfair to the president.
  3. California wildfires: Thousands evacuated as blazes spread: Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in California as wildfires continue to spread across the state.

US Politics

  1. Impeachment inquiry: Trump's lawyers argue against witnesses: The lawyers for US President Donald Trump have argued that the impeachment inquiry should not hear from new witnesses, as it would be unfair to the president.
  2. US Senate votes to block Saudi arms sale: The US Senate has voted to block the sale of billions of dollars' worth of arms to Saudi Arabia, in a move that is seen as a rebuke to the Trump administration.
  3. Democratic debate: Candidates clash on healthcare and economy: The Democratic candidates for the US presidency clashed on issues such as healthcare and the economy during the latest debate.

US News

  1. California wildfires: Thousands evacuated as blazes spread: Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in California as wildfires continue to spread across the state.
  2. New York City subway train derails: A subway train has derailed in New York City, causing delays and disruptions to services.
  3. Florida man arrested over alleged plot to attack Disney World: A man has been arrested in Florida over an alleged plot to attack Disney World, authorities have said.

Business

  1. US and China agree to phase one trade deal: The US and China have agreed to a phase one trade deal, which will see China increase its purchases of US goods and services, and the US delay some tariffs.
  2. Amazon to create 25,000 new jobs in the US: Amazon has announced plans to create 25,000 new jobs in the US, as part of its expansion plans.
  3. US stock market falls as trade deal uncertainty persists: The US stock market has fallen as uncertainty over the trade deal between the US and China persists.

Sports

  1. NFL: Kansas City Chiefs beat Tennessee Titans in AFC Championship Game: The Kansas City Chiefs have beaten the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship Game, advancing to the Super Bowl.
  2. NBA: Los Angeles Lakers beat Denver Nuggets in overtime: The Los Angeles Lakers have beaten the Denver Nuggets in overtime, extending their winning streak to 10 games.
  3. US Open: Serena Williams loses to Sofia Kenin in third round: Serena Williams has lost to Sofia Kenin in the third round of the US Open, in a surprise upset.