Trump Shutdown Talks 'Not Really a Negotiation,' Rep. Hoyer Says

The transcript discusses the economic impact of the U.S. government shutdown, highlighting the loss of jobs and GDP. It addresses the lack of negotiations between Congress and the President, focusing on the border security debate and the proposed wall. The controversy over the State of the Union address is also covered, along with foreign policy issues like troop withdrawal from Syria and the USMC ratification debate.

What was the estimated impact of the government shutdown on the U.S. GDP?

• A full percentage point

• Half a percentage point

• Two percentage points

• No impact

What was the main issue causing the political standoff discussed in the second section?

• Border security and the wall

• Education funding

• Healthcare reform

• Tax policy

What was Speaker Pelosi's response to the President's question about supporting the wall?

• No

• Maybe

• Undecided

• Yes

What was the concern regarding the State of the Union address?

• Weather conditions

• Lack of security

• Venue availability

• Technical issues

What was the President's strategy regarding the government shutdown?

• To delegate the decision to the Vice President

• To negotiate with Congress

• To take credit for the shutdown

• To avoid any responsibility

What was the reaction to the President's decision to withdraw troops from the Middle East?

• It was ignored by the media

• It was widely supported

• It was considered impulsive and dangerous

• It was seen as a strategic move

What is the status of the USMC agreement according to the final section?

• It has been fully ratified

• It has been rejected

• It is still under discussion

• It is not mentioned