Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers recent political and travel news. Senate leaders Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer are at an impasse over impeachment trial procedures, with Speaker Nancy Pelosi delaying sending articles to the Senate. The Senate passed a $1.4 trillion spending deal to avoid a government shutdown, including raising the tobacco purchasing age and funding for the border wall. The TSA expects significant holiday travel, with airlines adding flights to accommodate increased demand.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main point of contention between Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer regarding the impeachment trial?

Whether to call witnesses who refused to testify

The location of the trial

The timing of the trial

The number of senators involved

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Speaker Nancy Pelosi delaying sending the impeachment articles to the Senate?

She is waiting for the Senate to determine trial procedures

She is waiting for public opinion to change

She wants to gather more evidence

She is negotiating with the President

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is included in the $1.4 trillion spending deal passed by the Senate?

Funding for new healthcare initiatives

Tax cuts for corporations

Increased defense spending

Funds for President Trump's border wall

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people does the TSA expect to travel during the holiday season?

60 million

30 million

42 million

50 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measure are airlines taking to handle the increased number of travelers?

Adding more flights to their schedules

Hiring more staff

Reducing ticket prices

Offering free meals