President Biden: Economic Plan Is Working Despite Jobs Report

The video discusses the disappointing April jobs report, where only 266,000 jobs were added, far fewer than the expected 1,000,000. It explores the debate over whether larger unemployment checks from the American Rescue Plan are discouraging people from working. The president emphasizes that those on unemployment must accept suitable job offers or lose benefits, with some COVID-19 exceptions. Additionally, the White House announced $350 billion for state, local, and tribal governments for various uses, including rehiring workers and expanding broadband. Relief checks totaling over $2 billion were also sent to 16,000 restaurants affected by the pandemic.

What was the actual number of jobs added in April compared to the economists' expectations?

• 750,000 jobs added, expected 1,000,000

• 500,000 jobs added, expected 1,000,000

• 1,000,000 jobs added, expected 1,500,000

• 266,000 jobs added, expected 1,000,000

What is one argument made by some lawmakers and businesses regarding unemployment checks?

• They are only available to certain states.

• They are not distributed fairly.

• They discourage people from seeking employment.

• They are too small to support families.

What must individuals collecting unemployment do if offered a suitable job?

• They can choose to decline without consequences.

• They must accept the job or lose benefits.

• They can negotiate for higher benefits.

• They must report the offer to the government.

What is one of the uses for the $350 billion announced by the White House?

• Developing new vaccines

• Rehiring workers

• Building new highways

• Investing in foreign markets

Which fund is responsible for the relief checks sent to restaurants?

• The Pandemic Relief Fund

• The Economic Stimulus Fund

• The Restaurant Revitalization Fund

• The Small Business Support Fund