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The video covers recent economic updates, including a decrease in unemployment claims but still high numbers compared to pre-COVID times. It also discusses the Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump, with a bipartisan proposal to censure him instead. Additionally, the video reports on ongoing protests in Lebanon due to economic hardships and pandemic-related lockdowns.

How many people filed for unemployment benefits for the first time last week according to the Labor Department?

• 1 million

• 750,000

• 847,000

• 500,000

What was the percentage shrinkage of the economy in 2020?

• 2.5%

• 3.5%

• 4.5%

• 5.5%

Which two senators are working on a proposal to censure former President Donald Trump?

• Bernie Sanders and Ted Cruz

• Nancy Pelosi and Kevin McCarthy

• Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer

• Tim Kaine and Susan Collins

What was the reason given by 45 Republican senators for opposing the impeachment trial?

• Insufficient time

• Unconstitutional since Trump is out of office

• Public opposition

• Lack of evidence

What is the main cause of the protests in Lebanon?

• Environmental issues

• Economic crisis and pandemic lockdown

• Political corruption

• Foreign intervention