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Here are the latest news headlines 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.
  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. Democratic debate: Candidates clash on healthcare and economy: The Democratic presidential candidates clashed on issues such as healthcare and the economy during the latest debate.
  3. 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, citing concerns over human rights abuses.

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.
  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 tensions ease: The US stock market has fallen as investors reacted to the news that the US and China have agreed to a phase one trade deal.

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, her earliest exit from the tournament in 13 years.