President Biden Awaiting Cabinet Nominations In Senate

President Biden Awaiting Cabinet Nominations In Senate

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The Senate is set for a busy week on Capitol Hill, focusing on cabinet nominations crucial for President Biden's first 100 days. The power-sharing deal is key to moving these nominations forward. Under Trump, several cabinet agencies underwent significant changes, which Biden aims to reverse. The Senate prioritizes national security and economic relief, with the Secretary of Defense and Treasury already confirmed. The White House is eager for more confirmations to implement swift policy changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Senate focusing on this week regarding cabinet nominations?

Passing new legislation

Holding impeachment trials

Finalizing power-sharing deals

Conducting budget reviews

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for President Biden to have his cabinet members confirmed quickly?

To delay the Senate's legislative agenda

To ensure continuity of Trump's policies

To increase the number of cabinet positions

To make swift policy changes within the first 100 days

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which departments did President Trump significantly change during his tenure?

Department of Education and Department of Justice

Department of Labor and Department of Transportation

Department of Energy and Department of Health and Human Services

Department of Agriculture and Department of Commerce

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Senate's priority in confirming cabinet members?

Environmental agencies

Healthcare officials

Economic advisors

National security positions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the White House growing impatient with the Senate?

Delays in budget approval

Increased partisanship

Slow confirmation of cabinet members

Lack of legislative progress