Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers the replacement of the second presidential debate with town halls for Trump and Biden due to a disagreement over a virtual format. It also discusses the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearings for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett, highlighting the Republican push for her confirmation before Election Day. Additionally, the video reports on the US Postal Service's decision to reverse changes that slowed mail delivery, following a lawsuit and widespread criticism. Finally, it previews upcoming news stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the second presidential debate between Trump and Biden canceled?

Due to a lack of public interest

Because both candidates refused to participate

Because of a disagreement over a virtual format

Due to a scheduling conflict

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearings for Amy Coney Barrett?

Her stance on climate change and health care

Her views on foreign policy

Her previous judicial rulings

Her personal life and family

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the criticism against the Republicans regarding Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation?

They were accused of delaying the process

They were criticized for not considering other candidates

They were called hypocritical for rushing the confirmation before Election Day

They were blamed for not holding enough hearings

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the US Postal Service to reverse changes that slowed mail delivery?

A new federal policy

A decision by the Postmaster General

A lawsuit filed by Montana Governor Steve Bullock

A directive from the President

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the US Postal Service's commitment regarding election mail?

To delay it until after the election

To deliver it after regular mail

To prioritize it

To treat it as regular mail