California Can't Afford Trump's Unemployment Plan: Governor

California Can't Afford Trump's Unemployment Plan: Governor

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the challenges faced by California in managing unemployment and PUA claims amidst federal legislative efforts and executive orders. It highlights the financial burden on the state due to the new presidential memorandum requiring states to cover 25% of unemployment costs. The video also covers the allocation of CARES Act funding and the financial implications for California if federal support diminishes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main goal of the federal relief package led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi?

To increase military spending

To cut down on healthcare costs

To provide over $3 trillion in relief

To reduce taxes for businesses

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the proposed increase in unemployment contribution according to the President's executive order?

$400

$500

$300

$200

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the costs were states expected to cover under the new executive order?

10%

50%

25%

75%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much would California need to find weekly if it absorbed the costs of the federal relief?

$10 billion

$5 billion

$2.8 billion

$1 billion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the Cares Act funding had California already allocated?

75%

60%

90%

50%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact on California if it absorbs the federal relief costs?

Reduction in unemployment rates

Expansion of public programs

Massive cuts to services

Increased state revenue

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge California faces in funding the relief efforts?

Insufficient state resources

High unemployment rates

Increased healthcare costs

Lack of federal support