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The Air Force is investigating casualties involving Afghan citizens who clung to a U.S. military jet. Senate Foreign Relations Chair Bob Menendez plans hearings on the Afghanistan withdrawal, examining both Trump and Biden administrations. Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces a separate House hearing. The TSA extends its mask mandate on public transport until January 18th due to COVID-19 concerns.

What event prompted the Air Force to conduct an investigation?

• A security breach at a U.S. base

• Afghan citizens clinging to a U.S. military jet

• A diplomatic incident with another country

• A military jet crash in Afghanistan

Who is planning to hold hearings on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan?

• The President

• Senate Foreign Relations Chair Bob Menendez

• The United Nations

• The Secretary of Defense

What is the focus of the separate hearing announced by Speaker Nancy Pelosi?

• Healthcare reform

• The economic impact of COVID-19

• Climate change policies

• The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan

Why did the TSA extend its mask mandate on public transportation?

• Because of the spread of COVID-19

• To align with international travel standards

• To improve passenger comfort

• Due to a new government policy

Until when has the TSA extended its mask mandate?

• February 18th

• January 18th

• December 18th

• March 18th