House Democrats To Hold Historically Slim Majority

The transcript discusses the nomination of Marcia Fudge as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, making her the second black woman to lead the department. It also mentions Cedric Richmond's new role as a senior adviser in the Biden administration. Both Fudge and Richmond's transitions necessitate special elections in their strong Democratic districts. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer expresses concerns about the Democrats' slim majority and has raised these concerns with the Biden transition team.

Who is the newly appointed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development?

• Marcia Fudge

• Cedric Richmond

• Steny Hoyer

• Kamala Harris

What role will Cedric Richmond serve in the Biden administration?

• Secretary of State

• House Majority Leader

• Senior adviser and director of the White House Office of Public Engagement

• Secretary of Housing and Urban Development

What is a consequence of Fudge and Richmond leaving the House?

• Special elections will be held

• Their positions remain vacant

• No changes are needed

• Immediate replacements are appointed

What concern did House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer express?

• The delay in the transition process

• The lack of diversity in the administration

• The Democrats' slim majority

• The need for more Republican members

Which team did Steny Hoyer raise his concerns with?

• The Senate Majority Leader

• The Biden transition team

• The Republican National Committee

• The Supreme Court