Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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The video discusses President Joe Biden's budget proposal, which includes significant funding for the CDC and measures to combat gun violence. It highlights the proposal as a starting point for negotiations with Congress. Additionally, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is suing the Biden administration over cruise industry restrictions, arguing that the CDC's order is harming the state's economy. The video concludes with a prompt to follow Newsy for more global news updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of President Biden's 'skinny budget'?

Cutting taxes for middle-class families

Outlining spending priorities for future health crises

Reducing national debt

Increasing military spending

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much funding is President Biden proposing for the CDC?

$10 billion

$12 billion

$8.7 billion

$5 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who ultimately decides on the budget proposals?

The Supreme Court

The Senate

The President

Congress

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's lawsuit against the Biden administration?

The federal government should fund the cruise industry

The cruise industry should remain closed

The CDC's order is causing economic loss

The CDC should increase restrictions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Governor DeSantis believe cruises should resume?

Cruise companies have new safety protocols

COVID-19 treatments and vaccines are available

The pandemic is over

Tourism is not important to Florida's economy