Trump Administration Agrees To Pull Federal Agents Out Of Portland

Trump Administration Agrees To Pull Federal Agents Out Of Portland

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The video discusses the situation in Portland, where federal officers were deployed to manage protests against racial injustice and police brutality. An agreement was reached to increase Oregon State Police presence while federal agents remain until security is assured. The protests began after George Floyd's death, leading to tensions with federal responses. The video also touches on Oregon's historical racial exclusion and its ongoing impact.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the federal agents to remain in Portland according to Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf?

To assist in the arrest of protest leaders

To provide humanitarian aid to protesters

To support local police in maintaining order

To ensure federal properties are not attacked

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the nightly protests in Portland?

The deployment of federal officers

The death of George Floyd

The election of President Trump

The passing of a new state law

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Attorney General William Barr justify the federal response to the protests?

He stated it was a response to local government requests

He claimed it was necessary to protect federal buildings

He mentioned it was a temporary measure

He argued it prevented a worse situation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Oregon's original stance on black settlement according to the historical context provided?

Oregon passed laws to exclude black people

Oregon was founded as a diverse state

Oregon had no specific laws regarding race

Oregon encouraged black settlement

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Oregon's population is black compared to the national average?

10% in Oregon, 15% nationally

5% in Oregon, 20% nationally

8% in Oregon, 18% nationally

2% in Oregon, 13% nationally