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It is also trying to repair its relationship with the UK and Europe, while mending historical grievances with Asian neighbours, South Korea and Japan.

Political fences can be mended, if there is goodwill on both sides.

It shows their desire to attempt to mend fences with a swathe of the country some privately fear could turn against them if they don’t handle this well.

But Thune, who did not face a significant primary challenge, has worked hard to mend fences.

Some have speculated Trump might use his second term as president to help mend the deep divisions he’s created over the last tempestuous decade.