Historically Diverse 117th Congress Sworn In

Historically Diverse 117th Congress Sworn In

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The video covers the historic swearing-in of a diverse group of representatives, including a record number of women and people of color, in a rare Sunday session. It highlights the first Black Congresswoman from Missouri, the first Korean-American women representatives, and the first Republican Native American woman representative. The House maintains a Democratic majority, with Nancy Pelosi re-elected as Speaker. The Senate's control hinges on Georgia's runoff elections, potentially marking Mitch McConnell's last act as Majority Leader.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which state saw the swearing-in of its first Black Congresswoman?

Texas

New York

Missouri

California

2.

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Who was re-elected as the House Speaker?

Nancy Pelosi

Mitch McConnell

Kevin McCarthy

Chuck Schumer

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What was notable about the Democratic majority in the House after the election?

It was the first time they lost the majority

It was unchanged from the previous term

It was the smallest in 20 years

It was the largest in history

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What will the Georgia runoff elections determine?

The next President

The Senate majority

The Supreme Court appointments

The House majority

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What could be one of Mitch McConnell's final acts as Majority Leader?

Opening the Senate on Sunday

Passing a new healthcare bill

Appointing a new Supreme Court Justice

Announcing his retirement