Trump Is Looking 'Very Seriously' at Pentagon's Cloud Contract

Trump Is Looking 'Very Seriously' at Pentagon's Cloud Contract

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The transcript discusses a significant contract involving Amazon and the Pentagon, which has drawn complaints from various companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM, due to concerns about the competitive bidding process. The issue has persisted since before the current administration, and there is a commitment to investigate the matter thoroughly. The media and several major companies have raised questions, prompting a strong review of the contract's fairness and transparency.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue with the contract involving the Pentagon and Amazon?

It was delayed for several years.

It was awarded to a foreign company.

It was too expensive.

It was not competitively bid.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is one of the key features of the contract discussed in the video?

It is related to healthcare.

It focuses on renewable energy.

It is a transportation project.

It involves cloud services.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which companies are mentioned as having complaints about the contract?

Google, Facebook, and Twitter

Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM

Tesla, SpaceX, and Blue Origin

Apple, Samsung, and Sony

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is being considered in response to the complaints about the contract?

Ignoring the complaints

Awarding the contract to another company

Immediate cancellation of the contract

A detailed review of the contract

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which sector is primarily involved in the contract discussed?

Agriculture

Defense

Healthcare

Education