Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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The video discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. unemployment, with over 22 million claims since the national emergency declaration. President Trump is considering reopening the economy in early May, despite health experts' advice. The video also covers potential vice presidential candidates for Joe Biden, with Elizabeth Warren and Stacey Abrams expressing willingness to join the ticket. Finally, it promotes Newsy as a source for top headlines and stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Americans filed for unemployment last week due to the coronavirus pandemic?

10 million

5.2 million

7.8 million

3.5 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total number of unemployment claims filed since the national emergency declaration?

18 million

25 million

15 million

22 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Massachusetts Senator expressed willingness to be Joe Biden's vice-presidential candidate?

Kamala Harris

Elizabeth Warren

Amy Klobuchar

Kirsten Gillibrand

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who else, besides Elizabeth Warren, indicated interest in being Biden's running mate?

Val Demings

Tammy Duckworth

Gretchen Whitmer

Stacey Abrams

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What commitment did Joe Biden make regarding his choice of running mate?

To choose a former rival

To select a woman

To pick a senator

To choose a governor