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Nathaniel Reed from Newsy reports on the Dow Jones rising over 800 points due to a drop in the US unemployment rate from 14.7% to 13.3%. President Trump announced the authorization of commercial fishing in a previously protected area in Maine, sparking debate between fishermen and environmentalists. Minneapolis has banned police chokeholds following George Floyd's death, initiating police reform and a civil rights investigation. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe to Newsy's daily newsletter for more updates.

What was the unexpected economic news that led to a rise in the Dow?

• A decrease in the US unemployment rate

• An increase in the US unemployment rate

• A rise in oil prices

• A drop in consumer spending

What area did President Trump open for commercial fishing?

• A national park in California

• A 5000 square mile area in the Atlantic Ocean

• A wildlife reserve in Florida

• A protected forest in Alaska

Why do environmentalists oppose the commercial fishing authorization?

• It increases pollution

• It threatens endangered marine life

• It affects climate change

• It reduces tourism

What reform did Minneapolis agree to implement in response to George Floyd's death?

• Ban police from using chokeholds

• Increase police patrols

• Reduce police training

• Increase police funding

What is the aim of the civil rights investigation launched by Minneapolis?

• To increase police salaries

• To address systemic racism

• To reduce taxes

• To build more police stations