GOP Senators Poised To Block Jan. 6 Commission

GOP Senators Poised To Block Jan. 6 Commission

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The video discusses the challenges faced by the January 6 Commission bill in the Senate, highlighting the need for bipartisan support to pass a procedural vote. Only two Republican senators, Lisa Murkowski and Mitt Romney, have confirmed their support, while others remain undecided. Efforts led by Senator Susan Collins aim to amend the bill, but some Republicans still plan to vote against the procedural motion. The Senate is also working on the Endless Frontier Bill, which must be completed before the Commission vote. Overall, the bill faces significant hurdles in gaining enough support to pass.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the delay in voting on the January 6 Commission bill?

Lack of Democratic support

A separate bill kept lawmakers busy

Technical issues in the House

Insufficient media coverage

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Republican senators are on record supporting the January 6 Commission bill?

Five

None

Two

Ten

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which senator is leading efforts to amend the January 6 Commission bill?

Senator Lisa Murkowski

Senator Mitt Romney

Senator Mitch McConnell

Senator Susan Collins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the Senate before the commission vote can proceed?

Tax legislation

Immigration policy

Endless Frontier Bill

Healthcare reform

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general outlook on the January 6 Commission bill's chances of passing?

Highly likely to pass

Already passed

Uncertain but optimistic

Unlikely to pass