Biden Pushes Last-Ditch Effort to Extend Eviction Moratorium

Biden Pushes Last-Ditch Effort to Extend Eviction Moratorium

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The video discusses the impending expiration of the eviction ban and the efforts by Congress to extend it. Speaker Nancy Pelosi is working on legislation to prolong the moratorium until the end of the year, but it's uncertain if there are enough votes. The Senate poses additional challenges, requiring unanimous agreement to pass the extension quickly. The White House's recent request for an extension may not allow sufficient time for Congress to act.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern regarding the eviction ban mentioned in the first section?

The ban is set to expire soon.

The ban is being extended indefinitely.

The ban is not applicable to all states.

The ban has already expired.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is leading the efforts in Congress to extend the eviction moratorium?

Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Vice President Kamala Harris

Senator Mitch McConnell

President Joe Biden

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Congress faces in extending the eviction moratorium?

Insufficient votes in Congress

Lack of public support

Opposition from the President

Legal challenges from states

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it difficult to pass the eviction moratorium extension in the Senate?

The Senate is not in session.

All senators must agree for quick passage.

The President has vetoed the extension.

The Senate has already passed the extension.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the timing issue with the White House's request to extend the eviction moratorium?

The request was made to the wrong body.

The request was not made at all.

The request was made too late.

The request was made too early.