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The National Rifle Association (NRA) has filed for bankruptcy to seek protection from a New York State lawsuit alleging financial misconduct. The lawsuit, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, accuses NRA leaders of misusing funds. Meanwhile, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar resigns after condemning the Capitol riot, though he will remain until President-elect Biden's inauguration. Additionally, the Trump administration has conducted its 13th federal execution, the most in over a century, with President-elect Biden opposing the death penalty.

What is the primary reason the NRA filed for bankruptcy?

• To avoid paying taxes

• To expand their operations

• To merge with another organization

• To seek protection from a lawsuit

What action did Alex Azar take following the Capitol riot?

• He called for more security

• He resigned from his position

• He supported the riot

• He praised the peaceful transition

How many federal executions were carried out by the Trump administration?

• 15

• 10

• 13

• 20

Who was the third person executed by the Trump administration in a week?

• Alex Azar

• Gage Jackson

• Letitia James

• Dustin Higgs

What is President-elect Biden's stance on the death penalty?

• He wants to increase its use

• He opposes it

• He is undecided

• He supports it