Durbin: Trump Doesn't Care What Congress Says

Durbin: Trump Doesn't Care What Congress Says

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The transcript discusses a judge's decision to halt the president's freeze on grant funding, causing issues with online portals like Medicaid and Head Start. It explores potential legal and legislative solutions, highlighting political reactions and the impact of recent spending decisions. Senate Democrats are considering delaying the confirmation of Russell Vogt to the Office of Management and Budget until the freeze is clarified, amid concerns about Project 2025 and its legal implications.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence of the judge's ruling on the president's freeze on grant funding?

Immediate resolution of all portal issues

Increased funding for Medicaid

Delays in the Head Start online portal

Expansion of grant funding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the president's stance on legal and congressional authority as discussed in the video?

He is undecided on his stance

He intends to ignore the law and Congress

He plans to follow all legal guidelines

He fully supports congressional decisions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What impact did the recent spending decision have across the country?

It had no significant impact

It caused chaos and affected many people

It resolved financial issues

It was widely praised

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action are some Senate Democrats considering regarding Russell Vogt's confirmation?

Expediting the confirmation process

Supporting his immediate confirmation

Delaying the confirmation process

Ignoring the confirmation process

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the controversy surrounding Project 2025?

It has no significant impact

It potentially violates the law and Constitution

It is a well-known public project

It is fully compliant with the law