Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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The video covers the US job report for July, highlighting a 1.8 million job increase and a drop in unemployment to 10.2%, with significant gains in hospitality and leisure. It also discusses President Trump's executive order banning US business with TikTok and WeChat's parent companies, citing data privacy concerns. The video concludes with a mention of Newsy's top headlines.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unemployment rate in the US for July, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics?

3.5%

10.2%

12.0%

5.8%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which industries contributed most to the job gains in July?

Technology and Finance

Manufacturing and Construction

Hospitality and Leisure

Healthcare and Education

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump take against TikTok and WeChat?

He promoted their use among Americans.

He issued an executive order to ban business with their parent companies.

He banned them from operating in the US.

He invested in the companies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason given by President Trump for the executive order against TikTok and WeChat?

To reduce internet usage

To increase competition

Concerns over data privacy and national security

To promote American apps

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, respond to the executive order?

They sold TikTok to an American company.

They decided to shut down TikTok.

They agreed with the accusations.

They denied the accusations and considered legal action.