Yellen Faces Senate to Sell $1.9 Trillion Aid Plan

Yellen Faces Senate to Sell $1.9 Trillion Aid Plan

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The video discusses Janet Yellen's new role as Treasury Secretary, highlighting her influence on financial policy and her task of persuading Republicans to support a $1.9 trillion stimulus plan. It also covers the final days of Trump's presidency, noting his low approval ratings and the potential for numerous pardons, including the possibility of self-pardon.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of Janet Yellen's key responsibilities in her new role as Treasury Secretary?

To oversee the stock market

To implement new tax policies

To persuade Republicans to support stimulus spending

To manage the Federal Reserve's interest rates

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the value of the stimulus plan proposed by the incoming president?

$1.9 trillion

$2.0 trillion

$1.8 trillion

$1.5 trillion

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approval rating of Trump according to Gallup in his final days?

34%

36%

40%

32%

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual trend is observed in Trump's approval rating as he leaves office?

It was higher than Truman's

It increased significantly

It remained stable

It dropped significantly

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is a major concern regarding Trump's potential pardons?

He might pardon himself or his family

He might pardon only political allies

He might pardon only celebrities

He might not issue any pardons