Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Democrats are progressing with President Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID relief plan using budget reconciliation, allowing passage without Republican support. Despite this, bipartisan negotiations continue, with Republicans proposing a $618 billion counteroffer, which Democrats find insufficient. The Supreme Court has canceled hearings on two Trump-era cases due to Biden's executive actions halting related policies. Stay updated with Newsy for more news.

What is the purpose of the budget reconciliation process discussed in the video?

• To delay the legislative process

• To require bipartisan support for a bill

• To pass legislation with a simple majority

• To increase the budget deficit

What is the main criticism of the Republicans' $618 billion counterproposal?

• It is too focused on infrastructure

• It does not provide sufficient economic relief

• It includes too many tax cuts

• It is not supported by any Democrats

Which two cases did the Supreme Court decide to cancel arguments for?

• Cases related to healthcare reform

• Cases involving environmental regulations

• Cases from the Trump administration about the border wall and asylum policy

• Cases concerning voting rights

What was the Trump-era policy regarding asylum seekers that was halted by President Biden?

• Asylum seekers were granted immediate entry

• Asylum seekers had to wait in Mexico

• Asylum seekers were deported immediately

• Asylum seekers were given temporary work permits

What action did President Biden take regarding the construction along the US-Mexico border?

• He stopped the construction

• He expanded the construction

• He continued the construction

• He accelerated the construction