Impact of Policy Changes on Society

The Washington Week Extra discusses the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts, focusing on housing, entitlements, and the State Department. The panel explores the implications of these cuts on low-income Americans and diplomacy. The revised travel ban is analyzed, highlighting its legal challenges and impact on refugees. The appointment of John Huntsman as ambassador to Russia is discussed, considering his past criticism of Trump and the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations.

What is one potential consequence of the proposed budget cuts to housing and urban development?

• Increased funding for public schools

• Increase in social security benefits

• Reduction in housing subsidies

• Expansion of healthcare services

Which major entitlement programs did Trump promise not to cut?

• Medicaid and SNAP

• Unemployment benefits and TANF

• Pell Grants and student loans

• Social Security and Medicare

What is a potential risk of cutting the State Department's budget?

• More foreign aid to allies

• Increased military presence abroad

• Decreased diplomatic efforts

• Higher taxes for citizens

Who are the primary beneficiaries of entitlement programs that might be affected by the cuts?

• College-educated urban residents

• Foreign diplomats

• Non-college-educated rural residents

• Corporate executives

What is a key change in the revised travel ban compared to the original?

• Inclusion of more countries

• Extension of the ban to 180 days

• Exclusion of Iraq from the list

• Increase in refugee intake

Which group of people is still significantly affected by the revised travel ban?

• Tourists from Europe

• Refugees from Iraq

• Business travelers from Canada

• Students from Australia

What is notable about John Huntsman's appointment as ambassador to Russia?

• He has extensive experience in Russia

• He is a long-time supporter of Trump

• He was a former critic of Trump

• He is a military veteran

What challenge does Huntsman face as ambassador to Russia?

• Complex U.S.-Russia relations

• Language barriers

• Inexperience in diplomacy

• Lack of support from the Senate

What does Trump's interaction with former rivals suggest about his approach to governance?

• He is becoming more isolationist

• He is focusing solely on military alliances

• He is building pragmatic alliances

• He is avoiding all political alliances

What is a cynical view of Huntsman's role in the Trump administration?

• He is using it as a stepping stone to Secretary of State

• He is expected to fail in his role

• He is not qualified for the position

• He is a placeholder until a better candidate is found