Robert F. Kennedy Jr. files complaint over CNN presidential debate rules that could exclude him

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. files complaint over CNN presidential debate rules that could exclude him

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The Kennedy campaign filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging that CNN colluded with the Biden and Trump campaigns to set debate guidelines that would exclude Kennedy. The complaint claims these actions are prohibited corporate contributions. Kennedy's team wants the debate postponed until the issue is resolved. The Biden and Trump campaigns have not commented.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main subject of the complaint filed with the Federal Election Commission?

The upcoming presidential debate hosted by CNN

A new policy by the FEC

A recent election result

A campaign finance law

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30 sec • 1 pt

What does the complaint allege about CNN's actions?

They provided financial support to a candidate

They colluded with the Biden and Trump campaigns

They refused to host the debate

They changed the debate format last minute

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30 sec • 1 pt

What was the alleged purpose of the guidelines set by CNN?

To ensure fair representation of all candidates

To exclude Kennedy from the debate

To shorten the debate duration

To increase viewership

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30 sec • 1 pt

What action does the Kennedy camp want the FEC to take?

To cancel the debate

To allow more candidates to participate

To put the debate on hold

To change the debate moderator

5.

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What is the response from the Biden and Trump campaigns regarding the complaint?

They have supported the complaint

They have denied the allegations

They have requested a debate reschedule

They have not commented yet