Congress Likely To Miss Police Reform Deadline

Congress Likely To Miss Police Reform Deadline

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Nancy Pelosi set a deadline for Congress to pass police reform by the anniversary of George Floyd's death. However, the deadline is unlikely to be met as negotiators focus on comprehensive legislation. The George Floyd Justice and Policing Act, passed by the House, includes banning chokeholds and no-knock warrants, and addresses qualified immunity, a major point of contention. Negotiators, including Karen Bass, Cory Booker, and Tim Scott, remain optimistic about reaching an agreement despite past failures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary focus of Congress according to the sources, despite the deadline set by Nancy Pelosi?

Meeting the deadline

Media coverage

Comprehensive legislation

Public opinion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT included in the George Floyd Justice and Policing Act?

Qualified immunity

Increased police funding

No-knock warrants

Banning chokeholds

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the major point of contention between Democrats and Republicans in the police reform discussions?

Banning chokeholds

Qualified immunity

No-knock warrants

Police misconduct database

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key figures leading the charge for police reform in Congress?

Chuck Schumer and Kevin McCarthy

Karen Bass, Cory Booker, and Tim Scott

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

Nancy Pelosi and Mitch McConnell

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the previous efforts led by Karen Bass, Cory Booker, and Tim Scott in 2020?

Successful passage of the reform

Complete withdrawal of the reform

Failure to pass the reform

Partial success with some measures