Senate Democrats Seek Vote on Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown

Senate Democrats Seek Vote on Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the Democrats in the agenda discussed?

Securing votes for the bipartisan infrastructure bill

Reducing taxes for the middle class

Increasing military spending

Implementing new healthcare reforms

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the October 18th deadline mentioned in the discussions?

It is the date for the next presidential election

It is when the United States would run out of money

It is the deadline for passing the infrastructure bill

It marks the end of the fiscal year

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key senators involved in the negotiations with the White House?

Senator Ted Cruz and Senator Marco Rubio

Senator Mitch McConnell and Senator Chuck Schumer

Senator Joe Manchin and Senator Kyrsten Sinema

Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Elizabeth Warren

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Senator Warren's stance on Fed Chair Jay Powell's reappointment?

She opposes his reappointment, calling him a 'dangerous man'

She is undecided about his reappointment

She fully supports his reappointment

She has not commented on his reappointment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential change in the Fed leadership is discussed to appease progressives?

Appointing a new Fed Chair

Governor Brainard taking Mr. Quarles' position

Increasing the number of Fed board members

Reducing the Fed's regulatory powers