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Johanna Grenway presents the latest news, including the FDA's rapid approval process for Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine, which is expected to be quicker than Pfizer's. The vaccine shows 95% efficacy and will be distributed to healthcare workers and others. Lawmakers are negotiating a $900 billion economic relief package, including aid for businesses and stimulus payments. President-elect Joe Biden nominates Deb Haaland to lead the Interior Department, marking a historic first for a Native American. The video concludes with a continuation of news updates.

What is the expected efficacy rate of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines?

• 99%

• 95%

• 90%

• 85%

What is the total value of the proposed economic relief package?

• $900 billion

• $800 billion

• $1 trillion

• $1.1 trillion

Which group is seeking more emergency funding for states in the relief package negotiations?

• Libertarians

• Independents

• Republicans

• Democrats

Who has been nominated to lead the Interior Department?

• Nancy Pelosi

• Deb Haaland

• Elizabeth Warren

• Kamala Harris

What historic first would Deb Haaland's nomination represent?

• First woman to lead the Interior Department

• First Native American to lead a federal agency

• First Hispanic to lead the Interior Department

• First Asian American to lead a federal agency