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The DOJ has initiated a criminal investigation into the origins of the Russia probe, led by Attorney General William Barr. This allows for subpoenas to be issued. President Trump has criticized the Russia investigation. Meanwhile, wildfires in California have led to mass evacuations, with significant fires in Sonoma County and Los Angeles. Lastly, former presidents Clinton and Obama are among those honoring the late Congressman Elijah Cummings at his memorial in Baltimore. Cummings was a civil rights advocate and the first African American lawmaker to lie in state at Capitol Hill.

What significant change occurred in the Justice Department's review of the Russia investigation?

• It was concluded with no findings.

• It was escalated to a criminal inquiry.

• It was handed over to a different department.

• It was postponed indefinitely.

Which fire in California has burned over 16,000 acres?

• The TIC fire

• The Kinkaid fire

• The Sonoma fire

• The Old Water fire

What percentage of containment has the Old Water fire achieved?

• 50%

• 30%

• 5%

• 0%

Who are some of the high-profile speakers expected at Elijah Cummings' funeral?

• Former Presidents Clinton and Obama

• Current President and Vice President

• Supreme Court Justices

• State Governors

What historic first is associated with Congressman Elijah Cummings after his passing?

• First Congressman to have a national holiday declared in his honor

• First African American lawmaker to lie in state at Capitol Hill

• First African American to receive a state funeral

• First civil rights leader to be honored by both parties