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On December 8th, lawmakers extended the federal budget deadline by a week to negotiate a long-term deal, including coronavirus relief and the National Defense Authorization Act, which President Trump may veto. The Safe Harbor deadline requires states to finalize presidential election results, with Wisconsin as a possible exception due to a court hearing. Electors will meet in capitals on Monday to cast their votes.

What is the purpose of the seven-day extension discussed in the video?

• To delay the presidential election

• To extend the school year

• To allow more time for holiday shopping

• To negotiate a long-term budget deal

What is the significance of the Safe Harbor deadline?

• It is the deadline for tax submissions

• It is the day when new laws are enacted

• It is the deadline for states to finalize election results

• It marks the end of the fiscal year

Which state might not meet the Safe Harbor deadline due to a court hearing?

• California

• Florida

• Texas

• Wisconsin

What is the next step in the election process after the Safe Harbor deadline?

• The final debate between candidates

• The inauguration of the President

• The electors meet to cast their votes

• The announcement of the new Congress

Where can viewers find more opinion-free top headlines and stories?

• World Report

• The Daily News

• Sequin Newsy

• Global Times