President Trump Using Executive Order, DPA To Keep Meat Plants Open

The video discusses the use of the Defense Production Act to keep meat processing plants operational amid a potential meat shortage in the U.S. due to COVID-19. The White House aims to prevent plant shutdowns that could drastically reduce supermarket supplies. Tyson Foods highlights its operational challenges and worker safety concerns. The impact of COVID-19 on the meatpacking industry is significant, with new safety guidelines issued by the CDC and US Labor Department to protect workers.

What is the primary reason for using the Defense Production Act in relation to meat processing plants?

• To classify plants as non-essential

• To reduce meat exports

• To ensure plants remain operational

• To increase meat prices

What percentage of the USA's pork is processed by the 15 largest pork packing plants?

• 80%

• 30%

• 60%

• 90%

What is the intended outcome of the executive order mentioned in the second section?

• To prevent legal issues and ensure supply

• To close more meat processing plants

• To increase meat exports

• To reduce meat consumption

What challenge did Tyson Foods highlight in their newspaper ads?

• Reducing meat production

• Expanding their business

• Ensuring worker safety while operating

• Increasing meat prices

According to new guidelines, what is one of the requirements for meatpacking workers?

• To take unpaid leave

• To work longer hours

• To wear face coverings

• To avoid using machinery