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The transcript covers the impact of COVID-19 on Martin Luther King Jr. Day events, with cancellations and museum closures. President-elect Joe Biden volunteers at a hunger-fighting group, while President Trump's schedule remains unchanged. Republican Senator Josh Hawley secures a book deal after being dropped by Simon & Schuster. The FBI is vetting National Guard troops for Biden's inauguration due to security concerns following the Capitol riots.

What was the reason for the cancellation of events dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.?

• Lack of funding

• COVID concerns

• Political unrest

• Weather conditions

Which organization did President-elect Joe Biden volunteer with on the National Day of Service?

• Feeding America

• Philabundance

• World Food Program

• Meals on Wheels

Which publishing company decided to publish Senator Josh Hawley's book after Simon & Schuster dropped him?

• Regnery Publishing

• Penguin Random House

• Macmillan Publishers

• HarperCollins

What was the title of Senator Josh Hawley's book?

• The Control of Big Tech

• The Power of Big Tech

• The Tyranny of Big Tech

• The Influence of Big Tech

Why are National Guard troops being vetted for Biden's inauguration?

• To confirm their attendance

• To ensure they are properly trained

• To check for potential threats from within

• To verify their vaccination status