Searching for Clarity in Aftermath of Comey Firing

Searching for Clarity in Aftermath of Comey Firing

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The video discusses the historic week involving Andrew McCabe's Senate testimony, which clarified some initial misconceptions about the investigation into President Trump. It highlights the erratic communication from the White House and the political reactions, including comparisons to Watergate. The video also analyzes the impact of these events on Trump's presidency and the ongoing investigation, suggesting that the independence of the investigation remains intact despite the firing of Comey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Andrew McCabe's testimony reveal about the resources for the investigation?

There were insufficient resources.

The resources were not discussed.

The resources were adequate.

Resources were diverted to other investigations.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Democrats respond to the firing of Comey?

They called for immediate impeachment.

They remained neutral.

They compared it to Watergate.

They supported the decision.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for overseeing the investigation after Comey's firing?

The Vice President

The President

The Senate

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the speculated reasons for Trump's decision to fire Comey?

To gain public support

To end the investigation quickly

To appoint a new FBI director

To focus on foreign policy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the firing of Comey compare to past presidential actions?

It was less significant than past actions.

It was a routine presidential action.

It was similar to Reagan's firing of air traffic controllers.

It was unprecedented in history.