House Passes John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

The transcript discusses the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act by the House, aiming to restore protections removed by the Supreme Court in 2013. It also covers President Biden's $3.5 trillion budget plan, which includes funding for education, Medicare, and clean energy. The transcript highlights the drama in the House, where moderate Democrats threatened to withhold votes on the budget unless a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill was held first. A deal was struck to vote on the infrastructure package by September 27th.

What is the main purpose of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act?

• To reduce the number of voting districts

• To introduce new voting technologies

• To restore voting protections removed by the Supreme Court

• To increase voter turnout in elections

Which department must approve changes to voting laws in states with a history of violations?

• Department of Homeland Security

• Department of Justice

• Department of Education

• Department of Health and Human Services

What is one of the key components of President Biden's $3.5 trillion budget proposal?

• Free healthcare for all citizens

• Two years of free community college

• Universal basic income

• Tax cuts for corporations

What did moderate Democrats demand before agreeing to vote on the budget blueprint?

• A new healthcare reform bill

• A vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill

• A reduction in the proposed budget

• Increased funding for military projects

By what date did Pelosi commit to voting on the bipartisan infrastructure package?

• October 1st

• September 27th

• November 5th

• August 15th