President Trump To Halt Legal Immigration To 'Protect' U.S. Workers

President Trump To Halt Legal Immigration To 'Protect' U.S. Workers

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The video discusses recent changes in US immigration policy aimed at protecting American jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The president announced a temporary suspension of green cards for 60 days, sparking debate. Immigrants play a crucial role in healthcare, especially during the pandemic, but the policy aims to reduce foreign competition for jobs. Public reactions are mixed, with some supporting the move to open jobs for unemployed Americans, while others criticize it as a distraction. The video also covers new border control measures that could limit legal immigration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason given by the president for temporarily suspending immigration?

To protect American workers from foreign competition

To reduce healthcare costs

To improve international relations

To increase tourism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do immigrant advocates criticize the president's immigration policy during the pandemic?

They argue it will lead to more illegal immigration

They believe it distracts from the real issues

They think it will increase taxes

They feel it will improve the economy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of doctors in critical care in Chicago hospitals are immigrants?

30%

90%

70%

50%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one argument made by immigration opponents regarding the reduction of legal immigration?

It will reduce healthcare quality

It will lead to higher education standards

It will increase the number of tourists

It will decrease the unemployment rate

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal authority did the White House use to close the border to undocumented immigrants and asylum seekers?

Environmental protection authority

National security authority

Healthcare emergency authority

Economic emergency authority