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The United States Department of State, generally called “the State Department” or simply “State,” is responsible for the international relations of the United States. It was the first Executive branch department established, having been founded in 1789. The first Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson, was appointed Secretary of State in that year.

 

 

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