House Democrats Seek Investigations Into Deaths Of 3 Black Americans

House Democrats Seek Investigations Into Deaths Of 3 Black Americans

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The video discusses the investigation into how police handled the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmad Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, which have caused national outrage. It details the circumstances of their deaths and the delayed arrest in Arbery's case. Lawmakers have requested the DOJ to investigate potential unconstitutional conduct by police and possible prosecutorial misconduct. Additionally, legislative measures to address racial profiling and excessive police force are being considered to restore trust between law enforcement and communities.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sparked the nationwide outrage discussed in the first section?

A viral social media post

A new law passed by Congress

The handling of a local protest

The deaths of three black Americans

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How did George Floyd die according to the video?

During a robbery

In a car accident

Pinned down by a police officer

From a heart attack

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What was unique about the arrest in Ahmad Arbery's case?

It happened immediately after the incident

It was delayed until the following month

It involved multiple police departments

It was conducted by federal agents

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What are lawmakers seeking from the Department of Justice?

A reduction in police funding

A public apology from the police

An investigation into police conduct

A new police training program

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What legislative actions are being considered to address the issues discussed?

Increasing police salaries

Building more prisons

Addressing racial profiling and excessive force

Hiring more police officers