President Biden Holds First Formal Solo News Conference

President Biden Holds First Formal Solo News Conference

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President Biden's first news conference addressed the southern border crisis, attributing some issues to former President Trump's policies. He discussed efforts to improve conditions for migrants and children. Biden highlighted progress in COVID-19 vaccinations, aiming for 200 million shots by his 100th day. He urged Congress to address gun control and voting rights, criticizing the filibuster as a Jim Crow relic. Biden's next focus is on infrastructure and economic recovery, with plans to create jobs. He confirmed his intention to run for reelection in 2024.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges President Biden faced at the southern border?

A surge of migrants and unaccompanied children

An increase in border security

A decrease in migrant arrivals

A lack of funding for border patrol

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What goal did President Biden set for COVID-19 vaccinations by his 100th day in office?

250 million shots

200 million shots

150 million shots

100 million shots

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative issue did President Biden express dissatisfaction with during his news conference?

The use of the filibuster

The passing of the infrastructure bill

The approval of the COVID-19 relief package

The implementation of new tax laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key focuses of President Biden's infrastructure plan?

Increasing military spending

Improving healthcare

Rebuilding roads and bridges

Reducing taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Biden say about his plans for the 2024 election?

He is undecided

He will support another candidate

He expects to run for reelection

He plans to retire