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The video covers several key topics: Merrick Garland's nomination for Attorney General, focusing on policing and civil rights, and efforts to prosecute the Capitol rioters. Neera Tanden's nomination for the Office of Management faces opposition due to her past criticisms of Republicans. The US is nearing 500,000 COVID-19 deaths, with projections reaching 600,000 by June. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news and programs on Newsy.

Who is being vetted by Senate lawmakers to be the nation's next attorney general?

• Merrick Garland

• Neera Tanden

• Joe Manchin

• Susan Collins

What event did the Pro Trump rioters storm last month?

• The White House

• The Senate

• The Capitol

• The Supreme Court

What was the reason for the opposition against Neera Tanden's confirmation?

• Her history of criticizing Republicans

• Her lack of experience

• Her political affiliations

• Her age

What significant milestone is the US set to surpass regarding COVID-19 deaths?

• 400,000

• 500,000

• 600,000

• 700,000

What is the projected death toll from COVID-19 by June according to a widely cited model?

• 500,000

• 600,000

• 700,000

• 800,000