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The critical incident led to some elective procedures and appointments being postponed, but not for cancer treatment and diagnostic tests.

Multiple doctors in Texas confirmed that hospital staff are often afraid to perform this surgery, however, because it's the same one used in elective abortions.

Chief executive Adam Coldwells said some elective procedures and appointments would also be cancelled, but this would not include cancer treatment or diagnostic tests.

An Education Authority Northern Ireland spokesperson said: “Many factors may contribute to a parent’s decision to electively home educate their child.”

Hoover and Trump became president after winning their first campaigns for elective office, and both entered the White House as wealthy men.