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Gates Jackson presents headlines covering Biden's nomination of Michael Regan for EPA head, marking a historic first if confirmed. The Biden administration aims to rejoin the Paris climate accord and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Unemployment claims have risen, reflecting pandemic impacts, while Congress negotiates a $900 billion COVID relief package, including aid for vaccines, schools, and direct payments. Lawmakers also work to prevent a government shutdown.

Who has been nominated by Biden to lead the EPA?

What significant environmental agreement does the Biden administration plan to rejoin?

What was the number of unemployment claims filed for the first time last week?

What is the expected cost of the newest COVID relief proposal being negotiated by lawmakers?

What deadline are lawmakers facing to avoid a partial government shutdown?