Biden Infrastructure Plan Faces Pushback From Own Party

Biden Infrastructure Plan Faces Pushback From Own Party

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The trillion-dollar infrastructure plan is facing opposition from within the Democratic Party, notably from Senator Joe Manchin, who opposes raising the corporate tax rate. The plan requires full Democratic support to pass the Senate, but the White House remains optimistic, expecting diverse opinions on the plan's size. GOP leader Mitch McConnell has stated no Republican support, yet the administration is hopeful for a bipartisan deal. Five cabinet members have engaged with lawmakers from both parties, and the President plans to invite them to the Oval Office after recess.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which senator expressed opposition to the infrastructure plan due to the proposed corporate tax rate increase?

Senator Joe Manchin

Senator Chuck Schumer

Senator Bernie Sanders

Senator Elizabeth Warren

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the White House's approach to differing opinions on the infrastructure package?

Open to discussions

Reducing the package size

Increasing the package size

Ignoring opposition

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the White House hoping to achieve with the infrastructure plan?

Support American workers and the economy

Increase corporate profits

Reduce government spending

Focus solely on environmental issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has GOP leader Mitch McConnell stated about the infrastructure plan?

It needs more environmental focus

It won't get a single Republican vote

It will receive full Republican support

It should be passed immediately

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many lawmakers have the five cabinet members spoken to regarding the infrastructure plan?

100

25

75

56