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The transcript covers three main topics: a stopgap measure to keep the government funded for another week, Peter Navarro's violation of the Hatch Act, and an update on Rudy Giuliani's health after contracting COVID-19. The stopgap measure aims to provide more time for lawmakers to negotiate a long-term spending bill and a COVID relief package. Navarro's violation involved making political attacks on Joe Biden while in his official capacity, which is against federal law. Lastly, Giuliani is reportedly recovering well from COVID-19 after receiving treatment, and his recent meetings have led to the closure of Arizona's legislature.

What is the purpose of the stopgap measure discussed by House and Senate leaders?

• To increase taxes

• To reduce government spending

• To permanently fund the government

• To provide more time for negotiating a long-term spending bill and COVID relief package

Who violated the Hatch Act by making political attacks while in an official capacity?

• Rudy Giuliani

• Peter Navarro

• Mitch McConnell

• Steny Hoyer

What is the role of the US Office of Special Counsel in the Hatch Act violation case?

• To ignore the violation

• To decide the punishment for Navarro

• To report the violation

• To defend Navarro

How is Rudy Giuliani's health described after his treatment for COVID-19?

• He is in critical condition

• He is not responding to treatment

• He is doing very well

• He has a high fever

Why was Arizona's legislature closed for a week?

• Due to a holiday

• For renovation purposes

• Because of a natural disaster

• After Republican lawmakers met with Giuliani in person