Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several news topics. Defense Secretary Mark Esper opposes using active duty troops to manage protests following George Floyd's death, suggesting they should be a last resort. The Department of Homeland Security disputes claims that far-left groups are behind the protests, pointing instead to anarchists and militia extremists. The US Transportation Department plans to suspend Chinese passenger flights in response to China's restrictions on US airlines, amid a diplomatic dispute. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news programs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Defense Secretary Mark Esper's view on deploying active duty troops to handle protests?

He supports immediate deployment.

He believes it should be a last resort.

He wants to deploy troops in all situations.

He has no opinion on the matter.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Department of Homeland Security, who is primarily responsible for the violent protests?

Foreign agents

Local police forces

Anarchists and militia extremists

Far-left groups

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the DHS report say about President Trump's claims regarding radical leftists?

They fully support his claims.

They agree with his claims.

They found little evidence to support his claims.

They have no comment on his claims.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the U.S. Transportation Department suspending Chinese passenger flights?

Due to safety concerns.

As a retaliation for China's actions against U.S. airlines.

To reduce air traffic.

To improve diplomatic relations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When will the U.S. order to suspend Chinese passenger flights take effect?

June 1st

June 16th

July 16th

July 1st