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Adam Elrashidy reports on ongoing anti-racism protests in Portland, Oregon, which have persisted despite federal agents being withdrawn. In Washington, lawmakers struggle to agree on a new coronavirus relief package, with both parties blaming each other for the impasse. Meanwhile, the Labor Department releases a jobs report showing a decrease in unemployment, though the numbers are still high compared to the 2008 recession. The pandemic's impact on the economy makes future predictions challenging.

What event intensified the protests in Portland, Oregon?

• The deployment of federal agents by the Trump administration

• The resignation of the Portland police chief

• A new law passed by the Oregon state legislature

• A natural disaster in the region

What is the main reason for the delay in reaching a new coronavirus relief package?

• Disagreements between GOP leaders and Democrats

• Technical issues in the legislative process

• Lack of interest from the public

• Insufficient data on the pandemic's impact

What action might President Trump take regarding the coronavirus relief package?

• Veto the current proposals

• Take unilateral action to extend certain provisions

• Call for a national referendum

• Postpone the decision until after the elections

How many jobs were estimated to be added in July according to economists?

• 4.8 million

• 1.6 million

• 3.2 million

• 2.5 million

What was the expected unemployment rate drop from June to July?

• From 12% to 11.5%

• From 9% to 8.5%

• From 11% to 10.5%

• From 10% to 9.5%