Trump Eyes His Own Virus Relief Steps

Trump Eyes His Own Virus Relief Steps

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The transcript discusses the ongoing political negotiations between Republicans and Democrats over a bill, with President Trump considering executive actions to extend jobless benefits and prevent evictions. Key political figures are making progress on unemployment benefits, while the Treasury Department announces a record borrowing estimate due to the economic impact of the virus and potential stimulus packages.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the urgency in the negotiations between Republicans and Democrats?

The end of the current legislative session

The upcoming presidential election

The end of the fiscal year

The start of the August recess

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which executive actions did President Trump consider to address economic issues?

Increasing tariffs on imports

Implementing a new healthcare plan

Extending jobless benefits and halting evictions

Reducing corporate taxes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the 'big four' involved in the negotiations?

Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Warren Buffet, Bill Gates

Barack Obama, George Bush, Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter

Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Mitch McConnell, Kevin McCarthy

Steve Mnuchin, Mark Meadows, Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main point of disagreement between Republicans and Democrats in the negotiations?

The regulation of social media platforms

The size of the stimulus package

The appointment of Supreme Court justices

The timeline for reopening schools

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated third-quarter borrowing by the Treasury Department?

$947 billion

$2 trillion

$500 billion

$1.5 trillion