Justice Thomas Faces Ethics Questions

Justice Thomas Faces Ethics Questions

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The video discusses ethics violations involving Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and the implications of gifts from a Republican donor. It also covers US-Taiwan relations, highlighting recent political visits and China's muted response. Lastly, it touches on Emmanuel Macron's visit to China, focusing on diplomatic relations and potential peace talks regarding Ukraine.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main ethical concern regarding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas?

His public statements

His involvement in a political scandal

Receiving gifts from a major donor

His judicial decisions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a legislative push to address judicial ethics for the Supreme Court?

To limit the term of justices

To change the appointment process

To ensure justices adhere to a code of conduct

To increase the number of justices

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of the gifts received by Justice Thomas is particularly controversial?

The public disclosure of the gifts

The source of the gifts

The luxurious nature and value

The timing of the gifts

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Taiwanese President's visit to the US?

It led to immediate military action

It was the first visit by a Taiwanese President

It marked a shift in US-Taiwan relations

It was a routine diplomatic visit

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did China respond to the visit of the Taiwanese President to the US?

By recalling its ambassador

By issuing a muted response

By imposing economic sanctions

By launching military exercises

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential reason for China's cautious approach towards Taiwan?

To focus on internal issues

To strengthen economic ties

To influence upcoming elections in Taiwan

To avoid international criticism

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between Europe's and the US's relationship with China?

The US has a larger trade deficit with China

The US has a stronger military alliance with China

Europe has more economic ties with China

Europe is more critical of China's policies