Senior Adviser To Sec. Mike Pompeo Resigns

Senior Adviser To Sec. Mike Pompeo Resigns

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Pompeo has resigned, as reported by the Washington Post and confirmed by NBC. McKinley, a career diplomat involved in U.S. policies on Venezuela, Mexico, Southeast Asia, and Afghanistan, has also departed. He served as ambassador to several countries, including Afghanistan and Brazil. The reason for his departure is unclear but follows revelations about Pompeo's involvement in Trump's controversial call with Ukraine. Neither McKinley nor the State Department have commented, but an official announcement was expected.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which news outlet first reported Pompeo's resignation?

BBC

CNN

The Washington Post

The New York Times

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which countries was McKinley involved in shaping policies during the Trump Administration?

Russia, China, India, and Japan

Canada, Brazil, Europe, and Africa

Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and North Korea

Venezuela, Mexico, Southeast Asia, and Afghanistan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was McKinley's role before becoming Pompeo's senior adviser?

U.S. ambassador to Japan

U.S. ambassador to Germany

U.S. ambassador to Canada

U.S. ambassador to Brazil

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is linked to McKinley's unclear departure?

A diplomatic summit in Europe

A military operation in the Middle East

A controversial phone call involving Trump and Zelensky

A trade agreement with China

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who has not commented on McKinley's departure?

The State Department

The White House

The Pentagon

The Department of Justice