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On October 15, Senate Judiciary Chair Lindsey Graham announced a vote on Judge Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court nomination for October 22. The Republicans, holding a 53-47 Senate majority, largely support Barrett, with only two GOP senators opposing. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris paused in-person campaigning after two associates tested positive for COVID-19, opting for virtual events instead.

What is the date set for the Senate vote on Judge Amy Coney Barrett's nomination?

• October 15

• October 22

• November 3

• October 30

Which two GOP senators have expressed opposition to Barrett's nomination?

• Mitt Romney and Susan Collins

• Marco Rubio and Mitt Romney

• Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins

• Ted Cruz and Lisa Murkowski

Why did the Biden campaign cancel Kamala Harris's in-person events?

• Due to a scheduling conflict

• Because of positive COVID-19 tests among her team

• To focus on virtual campaigning

• Because of a weather forecast

Who tested positive for COVID-19 in Kamala Harris's travel team?

• Her personal assistant and a security officer

• Her communication director and a non-staff flight crew member

• Her campaign manager and a staff member

• Her chief of staff and a volunteer

What was Kamala Harris's original plan for Thursday before switching to virtual campaigning?

• Attend a Senate meeting

• Host a virtual town hall

• Travel to North Carolina for early voting encouragement

• Visit a healthcare facility