Democratic Infighting Puts Pressure on Biden’s Budget Plans

Democratic Infighting Puts Pressure on Biden’s Budget Plans

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The transcript discusses the tense atmosphere expected on the Sunday talk shows due to the upcoming House vote on the Senate-passed infrastructure bill. Moderates and progressives are at odds over the bill's passage, with Republicans opposing it. The conversation shifts to concerns about a potential debt default, with a deadline looming. The discussion highlights the complexities of government funding and the debt limit, emphasizing the need for bipartisan support, which is currently lacking in the Senate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue causing tension between moderates and progressives regarding the infrastructure bill?

The decision to withhold votes

The scheduled vote timing

The amount of funding allocated

The bill's environmental impact

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern related to the debt limit discussed in the video?

The effect on economic stability

The potential for a government shutdown

The influence on upcoming elections

The impact on international relations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By when does Congress need to act to avoid a government shutdown?

By the end of the week

By the end of the year

By Thursday night of next week

By the end of the month

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Democrats' stance on how the debt limit issue should be resolved?

By cutting spending

Through a unilateral decision

With bipartisan support

By increasing taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge do Republicans present in the Senate regarding the debt limit?

They agree with the Democrats

They propose an alternative bill

They refuse to support the current proposal

They demand more time for discussion