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The transcript covers three main topics: Nancy Pelosi's efforts to prevent President Trump from initiating military actions in his final days, Trump's announcement that he will not attend Joe Biden's inauguration, and the passing of Hall of Fame baseball manager Tommy Lasorda. Pelosi expressed concerns about Trump's stability and potential for military aggression. Trump's decision to skip the inauguration is rare but not unprecedented. Lasorda, who led the Dodgers to two World Series titles, passed away at 93.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern discussed by Pelosi with the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

The President's economic policies

The President's health condition

The President's potential to start military conflicts

The President's travel plans

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which historical figure also missed the inauguration of their successor?

Richard Nixon

Abraham Lincoln

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is significant about President Trump's decision regarding the inauguration?

It is a rare occurrence

It is a common tradition

It is a legal requirement

It is a new precedent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Tommy Lasorda's role in Major League Baseball?

A commentator

A manager

An umpire

A player

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many World Series titles did Tommy Lasorda win with the Los Angeles Dodgers?

Four

One

Two

Three