Sessions Has Been Through a Tough Year and His Resignation Isn't a Surprise, Panetta Says

Sessions Has Been Through a Tough Year and His Resignation Isn't a Surprise, Panetta Says

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The video discusses the transition of the Attorney General role from Jeff Sessions to Matthew Whitaker and the implications for the Mueller probe. It explores the divided Congress and potential paths of governance, highlighting the need for bipartisanship. The midterm election results are analyzed, noting the Democrats' control of the House and their focus on local issues like health care. The video concludes with speculation on the Democratic leadership for the 2020 election, emphasizing the need for a unifying candidate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who took over as acting attorney general after Jeff Sessions stepped down?

Nancy Pelosi

Chuck Schumer

Matthew Whitaker

Robert Mueller

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two potential paths for the newly divided Congress?

Increased taxation or reduced spending

Stronger immigration laws or open borders

Continued gridlock or bipartisan cooperation

More foreign aid or less military spending

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the general outcome of the midterm elections for the Democratic Party?

A significant blue wave

A slight control of the House

Complete control of Congress

Loss of all major seats

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main hope for the Democratic candidate in the 2020 presidential election?

To increase military spending

To unify the country

To reduce taxes

To expand foreign trade

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which issue was highlighted as playing to the Democrats' favor in the midterms?

Tax cuts

Education reform

Foreign policy

Health care