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Gage Jackson reports on key news headlines. President Trump plans to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, sparking Democratic opposition. A Ukrainian military plane crash results in 26 deaths, with one survivor. Oregon Governor Kate Brown deploys law enforcement to manage Portland protests involving the Proud Boys and counter-protesters.

Who did President Trump nominate to fill the Supreme Court seat left vacant by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg?

• Amy Coney Barrett

• Merrick Garland

• Elena Kagan

• Sonia Sotomayor

What is the potential impact of Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation on the Supreme Court's ideological balance?

• It will maintain a liberal majority.

• It will lead to a tie in the court.

• It will create a balanced court.

• It will establish a conservative majority.

How many people survived the Ukrainian military plane crash?

• None

• All

• Five

• One

What was the Ukrainian military plane carrying when it crashed?

• Military aviation cadets

• Cargo

• Diplomats

• Civilians

Why is Oregon Governor Kate Brown sending law enforcement to Portland?

• To celebrate a festival

• To monitor potential violence at protests

• To conduct a training exercise

• To oversee a sports event