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The video covers three main topics: Mick Mulvaney's statement on withholding aid to Ukraine in exchange for a political investigation, Rick Perry's resignation amid the Ukraine controversy, and New York City's plan to close Rikers Island jails by 2026. Mulvaney's comments were initially seen as confirming a quid pro quo, but he later claimed they were misconstrued. Rick Perry, involved in the Ukraine issue, plans to resign. NYC's City Council has voted to close Rikers Island, replacing it with smaller borough-based jails.

What decision did the City Council make regarding Rikers Island?

What is Mayor Bill de Blasio's stance on the $9 billion deal related to the jails?