Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers the latest unemployment numbers, highlighting that 745,000 people filed for jobless claims, a figure that had never exceeded 700,000 before the pandemic. It discusses the ongoing Senate debate over President Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID relief package, with Democrats pushing forward despite Republican opposition. Additionally, it addresses heightened security at the Capitol due to potential threats from Pro Trump conspirators, following intelligence gathered on Q Anon discussions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people filed for first-time jobless claims according to the latest report?

700,000

900,000

800,000

745,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total estimated number of Americans collecting some form of unemployment aid?

20 million

18 million

10 million

15 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of President Biden's COVID relief package?

$1.9 trillion

$1.5 trillion

$2.1 trillion

$1.7 trillion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there increased security around the Capitol?

Due to a scheduled protest

For a planned government event

In response to potential threats from Pro-Trump conspirators

Because of a natural disaster warning

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What group is being monitored for potential threats to the Capitol?

Local residents

Environmental activists

Foreign diplomats

Q Anon supporters