Biden Administration Vows Reform For Black Americans

The Biden administration, in response to the trial of Derek Chauvin, has pledged to implement significant economic and criminal justice reforms aimed at benefiting black Americans. President Biden, along with key cabinet members, is focusing on addressing police misconduct and reducing wealth and job disparities. Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasized the Justice Department's commitment to tackling police misconduct, while Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen highlighted efforts to bridge economic gaps affecting black Americans.

What significant event is mentioned as a backdrop for the Biden administration's promise of change?

• The Paris Climate Agreement

• The COVID-19 pandemic

• The election of President Biden

• The trial of Derek Chauvin

Which two areas are the President and his cabinet focusing on for reforms?

• Foreign policy and defense

• Technology and innovation

• Economic and criminal justice

• Healthcare and education

Who is responsible for addressing police misconduct according to the transcript?

• The Department of Education

• The Department of Health

• The Justice Department

• The Department of Defense

What issue is Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen focusing on?

• Climate change

• Wealth and job disparities

• Healthcare reform

• Immigration policy

Which two officials are mentioned in the context of addressing economic and criminal justice issues?

• The Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense

• The Attorney General and the Treasury Secretary

• The Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Commerce

• The Vice President and the Secretary of Education