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Here are the latest news stories from BBC News in the United States:
Top Stories
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- New York City subway train derails: A subway train has derailed in New York City, causing delays and disruptions to services.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.