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The Senate passed a budget bill, advancing President Biden's $1.9 trillion pandemic relief package, with Vice President Harris casting the tie-breaking vote. Despite Republican amendments, Democrats prevailed. The US unemployment rate fell to 6.3% in January, with 49,000 jobs added, indicating a slow economic recovery. The nation has regained half of the 22 million jobs lost during the pandemic, with optimism for future growth due to federal aid and vaccination efforts. The UN reappointed Michael Bloomberg as its climate envoy, ahead of a crucial climate summit in Scotland. More news stories are forthcoming.

What was the role of Vice President Harris in the Senate's budget bill session?

• She opposed the budget bill.

• She was absent during the session.

• She proposed the budget bill.

• She cast the tie-breaking vote.

What was the U.S. unemployment rate in January?

• 6.8%

• 7.0%

• 6.3%

• 5.8%

How many jobs were added to the U.S. payrolls in January?

• 100,000

• 49,000

• 75,000

• 22,000

What is one factor that forecasters believe will strengthen the U.S. economy?

• Increased taxes

• Decreased consumer spending

• Federal aid and vaccination efforts

• Rising inflation

What is Michael Bloomberg's role with the United Nations?

• Special envoy for climate ambition

• Head of the UN General Assembly

• UN Secretary-General

• Director of UN Peacekeeping Operations