What Happens if the Republicans Win the House?

What Happens if the Republicans Win the House?

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the likelihood of Republicans winning the House in the upcoming midterms, citing historical trends and current polling data. It highlights economic challenges facing the Biden administration, such as inflation and rising oil prices. The video also explores potential Republican actions if they gain control, including internal leadership battles, investigations into the Biden administration, and possible impeachment efforts. Additionally, it addresses the debt ceiling issue and how Republicans might leverage it for political gain.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical trend regarding the party controlling the White House and midterm elections?

The party in control always retains the Senate.

The party in control never loses any seats.

The party in control usually gains more seats.

The party in control often loses the House.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the recent OPEC decision impact the American electorate's view of the Biden administration?

It could lead to lower oil prices.

It might result in higher oil prices.

It will have no effect on oil prices.

It will stabilize the oil market.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Freedom Caucus demanding from Kevin McCarthy in exchange for their support?

A guarantee of no tax increases.

A commitment to support Biden's policies.

The power to force a speakership eviction vote.

A promise to lower interest rates.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the first actions a Republican-controlled House might take?

Increase federal spending.

Launch investigations into the Biden administration.

Support Biden's foreign policy.

Pass new healthcare legislation.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the debt ceiling?

A ceiling on corporate tax rates.

A cap on the total amount of U.S. federal debt.

A limit on state government spending.

A restriction on personal credit card debt.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have House Republicans used the debt ceiling in the past?

To support bipartisan legislation.

To increase military spending.

To extract concessions from Democrats.

To lower the national debt.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a consequence of not raising the debt ceiling?

A rise in international trade.

A decrease in federal taxes.

A sovereign default by the U.S.

An increase in state budgets.