Rep. Black Sees U.S. Avoiding Government Shutdown

The transcript covers discussions on avoiding a government shutdown, focusing on military funding, and the challenges posed by the Freedom Caucus. It also touches on ongoing negotiations, including DACA, and the implications of a shutdown. The conversation shifts to tax reform, highlighting corporate tax rates and the need to blend House and Senate bills.

What is the primary focus of the government funding efforts discussed in the first section?

• Education funding

• Healthcare reform

• Military funding

• Infrastructure development

Which group is mentioned as a challenge to reaching a long-term government funding deal?

• The Freedom Caucus

• The Democratic Party

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

What is the stance on including DACA in the current spending negotiations?

• It is not Congress's responsibility

• It should be included immediately

• It requires more time and hearings

• It has already been resolved

What is the potential corporate tax rate discussed in the final section?

• 18%

• 20%

• 22%

• 25%

What is the main goal of the tax reform discussed in the final section?

• To reduce the deficit

• To stimulate the economy

• To simplify the tax code

• To increase government revenue