Sen. Perdue Sees Cooler Heads Prevailing on Border Security

Sen. Perdue Sees Cooler Heads Prevailing on Border Security

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The transcript discusses the ongoing budget impasse and the need for border security funding, highlighting the political standoff between Democrats and Republicans. It explores potential compromises, including broader immigration reform, and the implications of declaring a national emergency. The conversation also touches on the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies and their impact on the economy, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the national debt and creditworthiness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue discussed in the first section regarding the fiscal year?

Environmental policies

Education budget

Border security funding

Healthcare reform

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the second section, what amount did President Trump agree to for border security before Christmas?

$10 billion

$1.6 billion

$5.7 billion

$25 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader issue does Joe Manchin suggest should be included in the compromise?

Tax cuts

Dreamers and immigration reform

Healthcare reform

Military spending

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence of the government shutdown mentioned in the third section?

Higher education costs

Federal workers not receiving paychecks

Increased military spending

Decreased environmental regulations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic issue is highlighted in the final section related to the Federal Reserve?

Trade deficits

Decreasing GDP

Interest rate increases

Rising unemployment

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concern regarding the U.S. credit rating mentioned in the final section?

It is not affected by current events

It will remain stable

It could be downgraded

It might be upgraded

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of growing the economy by more than 100 basis points?

Increased unemployment

Reduced federal tax revenue

Lowered debt curve by $3 trillion

Higher inflation rates