At least 164 people have died and 971 were injured after two powerful earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, as announced by the country’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez. The first quake, with a magnitude of 7.2, struck around 6 p.m., followed by a 7.5 magnitude quake less than a minute later. Over 20 aftershocks have been recorded, prompting the government to declare a state of emergency. The damage is extensive, with buildings collapsing and rescue efforts underway. The U.S. has mobilized a disaster assistance team to support Venezuela. Meanwhile, President Trump has delayed signing a housing cost reduction bill, demanding Congress pass a voter ID law first. This decision affects efforts to address the rising cost of living in the U.S.
QUESTION: How might the delay in passing the housing bill impact families struggling with the cost of living?
2 earthquakes in Venezuela kill at least 164. And, Trump cancels housing bill signing
