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The video covers several major news topics. It begins with an update on the COVID-19 relief payments, highlighting that over 156 million payments have been issued, contributing to increased spending. Next, it discusses former Vice President Mike Pence's launch of a new political advocacy group aimed at promoting conservative values, with support from former President Trump. The video then shifts to the situation in Myanmar, where security forces have violently responded to anti-coup protests, resulting in over 500 deaths since February 1st. Finally, it previews upcoming news coverage, including the Derek Chauvin murder trial.

What was the total amount distributed by the Treasury Department as part of the COVID-19 relief plan?

• $500 billion

• $1.9 trillion

• $156 million

• $372 billion

What percentage of recipients planned to use their COVID-19 relief payments to pay bills?

• 50%

• 40%

• 25%

• 33%

What is the name of the political advocacy group launched by Mike Pence?

• Advancing American Freedom

• Conservative Action Project

• American Conservative Union

• Freedom Caucus

Who are some of the advisors for Mike Pence's new advocacy group?

• Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Mike Pompeo

• Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner

• Steve Bannon and Sean Spicer

• Kellyanne Conway and Larry Kudlow

How many people have been reportedly killed by security forces in Myanmar since the military takeover?

• Over 1000

• Less than 200

• Around 300

• More than 500