U.S. Could Compensate Migrant Families Separated At Southern Border

U.S. Could Compensate Migrant Families Separated At Southern Border

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the Biden administration's efforts to settle lawsuits from families separated at the southern border due to a Trump-era policy. The policy, which led to significant emotional and mental trauma for children, is under scrutiny, with potential financial settlements being negotiated. The settlements could cost the US government over $1 billion, sparking debate and criticism. The policy, initially ordered by Jeff Sessions, faced public outrage and legal challenges, with the ACLU playing a significant role. The video highlights the ongoing negotiations and differing opinions on the settlement amounts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Biden administration's plan regarding the lawsuits from the Trump-era family separation policy?

To ignore the lawsuits

To deport the families involved

To settle the lawsuits with financial payouts

To increase the number of lawsuits

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the public outrage against the family separation policy?

The policy was not enforced strictly

The policy was too expensive

The policy was too lenient

Images of children held alone in fenced areas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who ordered the prosecution of parents entering the country illegally, leading to family separations?

President Joe Biden

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

Attorney General Jeff Sessions

Senator Lindsey Graham

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of some GOP lawmakers regarding the settlements?

The settlements are too small

The settlements are not necessary

The settlements are too slow

The settlements are an outrage due to their size

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the House Judiciary Committee investigation conclude about the family separation policy?

It was humane and necessary

It was a minor issue

It was a successful policy

It was inhumane, unnecessary, and botched