House OKs Security Boost For Supreme Court Justices, Families

House OKs Security Boost For Supreme Court Justices, Families

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The House of Representatives passed a bill to extend security protection to Supreme Court justices and their families, following concerns after a leaked draft opinion on Roe v. Wade. An arrest near Justice Kavanaugh's home heightened these concerns. The bill was delayed as Democrats sought to include security for Supreme Court clerks and staff. It now awaits the President's signature.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What prompted the House of Representatives to pass a bill extending security protection to Supreme Court justices?

A new federal mandate

A request from the Supreme Court

A leaked draft opinion potentially overturning Roe v. Wade

A recent increase in crime rates

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Who are the primary beneficiaries of the new security bill passed by the House?

All federal employees

Members of Congress

Supreme Court justices and their immediate family members

State governors

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What was the reason for the delay in passing the security bill?

A debate over including security for clerks and staff

A government shutdown

Opposition from the Supreme Court

Lack of funding

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the next step for the security bill after passing the House?

It is reviewed by the Supreme Court

It awaits the President's signature

It is implemented immediately

It goes to the Senate for approval

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Which political party wanted to include security for Supreme Court clerks and staff in the bill?

Republicans

Democrats

Independents

Libertarians