Jan. 6 Primetime Hearing To Show Trump's Inaction During Attack

Jan. 6 Primetime Hearing To Show Trump's Inaction During Attack

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The hearing focuses on the actions of former President Donald Trump during the Capitol riot, specifically the 187 minutes from his speech to his tweet asking supporters to leave. Two key witnesses, Matthew Pottinger and Sarah Matthews, are expected to testify about their experiences and Trump's actions. The hearing will be chaired remotely by Benny Thompson due to COVID, with Vice Chair Liz Cheney and other committee members leading the questioning. This is the final hearing in the series, though more may occur as the investigation continues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the January 6th hearing discussed in the video?

The economic policies of the Trump administration

The environmental policies of the Biden administration

The actions of former President Trump during the Capitol riot

The foreign policy decisions made in 2020

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two expected live witnesses mentioned in the video?

Benny Thompson and Liz Cheney

Adam Kinzinger and Elaine Lauria

Mike Pence and Kaylee McEnany

Matthew Pottinger and Sarah Matthews

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event led to the resignation of Pottinger and Matthews?

The January 6th attack on the Capitol

The signing of a controversial bill

The release of a damaging report

The announcement of the 2020 election results

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the participation of committee members in this hearing?

It is the first time they are meeting in person

They are participating remotely due to COVID

They are holding the hearing in a different country

They are using a new digital platform

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key members leading the questioning in the hearing?

Matthew Pottinger and Sarah Matthews

Benny Thompson and Liz Cheney

Mike Pence and Kaylee McEnany

Adam Kinzinger and Elaine Lauria