White House Threatens To Veto Puerto Rico Relief Bill

White House Threatens To Veto Puerto Rico Relief Bill

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The video discusses a bill proposed by the House to allocate over $4.7 billion in aid to Puerto Rico for earthquake recovery and ongoing efforts from Hurricane Maria. The White House opposes the bill, citing concerns over the Puerto Rican government's ability to manage the funds properly, and believes the bill is being rushed. The bill is expected to pass the House but faces challenges in the Senate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural disasters have recently impacted Puerto Rico, prompting the proposal of a relief bill?

Tornadoes and floods

Earthquakes and Hurricane Maria

Droughts and wildfires

Volcanic eruptions and tsunamis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much additional aid does the House bill propose for Puerto Rico's recovery?

$2.5 billion

$3.2 billion

$4.7 billion

$5.5 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the White House opposes the relief bill for Puerto Rico?

Lack of funds

Political disagreements

Concerns over fund mismanagement

Insufficient aid amount

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the White House fear might happen with the emergency aid?

It will be used for infrastructure development

It will be returned to taxpayers

It will be invested in education

It will be misallocated, lost, or stolen

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome of the bill in the Senate?

It will be amended and reintroduced

It is unlikely to have enough support

It will be vetoed by the President

It will pass with overwhelming support