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The video covers three main topics: the Justice Department's criminal investigation into its own handling of the Russia probe, former President Jimmy Carter's recovery from a fall, and concerns raised by U.S. lawmakers about TikTok's potential national security risks due to its ties to China. The DOJ's investigation, led by Attorney General William Barr, now has the authority to issue subpoenas. Meanwhile, Jimmy Carter has been released from the hospital after a minor pelvic fracture. Lastly, Senators Schumer and Cotton have requested an investigation into TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, due to its compliance with Chinese laws.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the focus of the Justice Department's criminal investigation?

Its handling of the Russia probe

The Trump administration's policies

Robert Mueller's personal conduct

The 2016 election results

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the conclusion of Robert Mueller's investigation regarding the Trump administration?

The investigation was inconclusive

The Trump administration was cleared of all charges

There was insufficient evidence of conspiracy

There was a conspiracy with Russia

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What recent health issue did former President Jimmy Carter experience?

A minor pelvic fracture

A heart attack

A stroke

A severe cold

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Why are lawmakers concerned about TikTok?

Its ties to China

Its data privacy policies

Its impact on teenagers

Its financial practices

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What action have Senators Schumer and Cotton requested regarding TikTok?

An investigation into its ties to China

A review of its financial records

A public hearing with its executives

A ban on the app