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On May 20th, the House passed a $2 billion bill to enhance security at the US Capitol, following recommendations from a task force. The bill now moves to the Senate, requiring 60 votes to bypass a filibuster. Concurrently, Senator Bernie Sanders introduced a resolution to block a $735 million arms sale to Israel amid rising tensions with Hamas. This move, mirrored by House progressives, is largely symbolic but aims to pressure the Biden administration. The US is committed to providing $38 billion in military aid to Israel from 2019 to 2028.

What was the purpose of the $2 billion spending bill passed by the House?

• To improve infrastructure

• To fund healthcare reforms

• To enhance security at the US Capitol

• To support educational programs

What is required for the Capitol security bill to pass in the Senate?

• Approval from the Supreme Court

• 60 votes to overcome a filibuster

• A simple majority

• A presidential signature

What was Senator Bernie Sanders' resolution concerning?

• Blocking a trade deal with China

• Halting a $735 million arms sale to Israel

• Increasing tariffs on European goods

• Reducing military presence in the Middle East

What is the main goal of the resolutions introduced by Sanders and House progressives?

• To immediately stop the arms sale

• To negotiate peace with Hamas

• To pressure the Biden administration for a tougher stance on Israel

• To increase military aid to Israel

How much military aid is the US committed to providing Israel from 2019 to 2028?

• $38 billion

• $10 billion

• $50 billion

• $20 billion