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The video covers several key topics: the proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $15, which could impact employment and poverty levels; the upcoming impeachment trial of former President Trump, with President Biden focusing on COVID-19 relief; Senator Richard Shelby's retirement announcement after a long Senate career; and the passing of Congressman Ron Wright due to COVID-19 and cancer.

What is the estimated impact on employment if the federal minimum wage is raised to $15.00 an hour?

• No change in employment

• Decrease by 1.4 million jobs

• Increase by 900,000 jobs

• Increase by 1.4 million jobs

How many people are expected to be lifted out of poverty with the proposed minimum wage increase?

• 1.4 million

• 500,000

• 900,000

• 2 million

What is President Biden's primary focus according to the White House Press Secretary?

• The impeachment trial

• Education reform

• The COVID-19 pandemic and relief package

• Foreign policy

Which senator announced he will not seek reelection in 2022?

• Senator Chuck Schumer

• Senator Lindsey Graham

• Senator Mitch McConnell

• Senator Richard Shelby

What was Congressman Ron Wright battling in addition to COVID-19?

• Heart disease

• Kidney failure

• Lung cancer

• Diabetes