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The video covers the Senate's decision to allow witness testimony in Trump's impeachment trial, focusing on a conversation between Kevin McCarthy and Trump during the Capitol riot. It also highlights the surge in tech stocks on Wall Street, driven by optimism over Biden's COVID-19 relief package. Additionally, it discusses changes to Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans due to the pandemic, with parades canceled and bars closed to prevent new COVID-19 clusters.

What was the main focus of the Senate's recent vote?

• To approve witness testimony related to Trump's impeachment

• To pass a new healthcare reform bill

• To elect a new Senate majority leader

• To approve a new economic stimulus package

Who did Jamie Raskin want to call as a witness in the impeachment trial?

• A Supreme Court justice

• A Republican representative

• A Democratic senator

• A former White House staffer

What was the performance of the major stock indexes recently?

• They all declined significantly

• They remained unchanged

• They reached all-time highs

• They experienced a minor dip

What is the value of President Biden's proposed coronavirus relief package?

• $2.5 trillion

• $2.0 trillion

• $1.9 trillion

• $1.5 trillion

How is New Orleans adjusting its Mardi Gras celebrations this year?

• By extending the festival duration

• By canceling parades and closing bars

• By allowing larger gatherings

• By increasing the number of parades