White House Communications Chief Quits

White House Communications Chief Quits

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The transcript discusses President Trump's recent tweets urging the Senate to act on health taxes using the nuclear option. It highlights the reluctance of some Republicans to support this move. The focus then shifts to Jared Kushner's backchannel communications, which have raised questions and controversy. The resignation of Mike Dubke, the deputy communications director, signals a potential shakeup in the White House communications team. The week in Washington is expected to be slow due to Congress being in recess, but a shakeup in the administration is anticipated as the President aims to reset the narrative after his international trip.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the President suggest regarding the Senate's voting process?

Eliminate voting altogether

Switch to 51 votes immediately

Delay the voting process

Increase the number of votes required

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is under scrutiny related to backchannel communications?

Jared Kushner

Mike Dubke

Kevin

John McCain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump take to address the concerns about Jared Kushner?

Fired him from his position

Defended him in an interview

Issued a public apology

Held a press conference

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in the White House communications team?

The team was dissolved

The deputy communications director resigned

A new director was appointed

The team was expanded

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the President's priorities despite Congress being in recess?

Foreign policy and immigration

Tax reform and health care

Education and infrastructure

Environmental policies