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November 10, 2016

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The President Meets the President-Elect

President Obama is set to meet with his successor, Donald Trump, at the White House today in order to facilitate a "successful transition between our presidencies." The two will meet in the Oval Office mid-morning, while first lady Michelle Obama and future first lady Melania Trump meet in the White House residence, according to ABC's SERENA MARSHALL. During remarks in the Rose Garden Wednesday, Obama said he was "heartened" by what he heard from the future president in his remarks early Wednesday morning and when they spoke on the phone. http://abcn.ws/2fgPdRc

What Obama Said Yesterday

"Now, everybody is sad when their side loses an election. But the day after, we have to remember that we're actually all on one team. This is an intramural scrimmage. We're not Democrats first. We're not Republicans first. We are Americans first," President Obama said. "We're patriots first. We all want what's best for this country. That's what I heard in Mr. Trump's remarks last night. That's what I heard when I spoke to him directly. And I was heartened by that," Obama said. "That's what the country needs -- a sense of unity; a sense of inclusion,; a respect for our institutions, our way of life, rule of law; and a respect for each other. I hope that he maintains that spirit throughout this transition, and I certainly hope that's how his presidency has a chance to begin." http://abcn.ws/2fgPdRc

Trump Victory Leaves Obama Legacy Hanging in the Balance

With Trump in the White House and Republicans controlling both chambers of Congress, many of the president's legislative accomplishments and executive actions could unravel. Here's a look at a few areas that Trump may try to chip away. Here's a look, courtesy of ABC's ARLETTE SAENZ: http://abcn.ws/2elLdzQ

Tens of Thousands Protest Trump Election Victory

Tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in cities across the country Wednesday to protest Donald Trump's election victory, in mostly peaceful gatherings that nonetheless resulted in at least 124 arrests and reports of damage, vandalism and injuries in several locations. More from ABC's DAVID CAPLAN, J.J. GALLAGHER and STEPHANIE EBBS: http://abcn.ws/2eUZJuq

Analysis - ABC's Rick Klein

A night of protests suggest a level of activism that might have been more useful for activists' goals on, say, Tuesday. But Wednesday actually brought a much different tone among this election's major players – marking a welcome respite, if not necessarily hints about the future. Hillary Clinton was gracious in accepting defeat: "We owe him an open mind and the chance to lead." President Obama was generous in offering support: "We are Americans first." And Donald Trump was...silent, just about. With Thursday's White House meeting, there's a chance for this tone to continue – the temperature, thankfully, turned down after the boiling-over of the election season.