The weekly news quiz

1. President Donald Trump recently announced the creation of a $1.776 billion settlement fund for Trump allies claiming to be victims of government prosecution. What is he calling the fund?

A. Anti-Weaponization Fund

B. Heroes Fund

C. Patriots Fund

D. Trump Fund

2. Longtime Democratic congressman and gay rights pioneer Barney Frank died recently at age 86. Which state did he represent during his time in the U.S. House?

A. New York

B. Massachusetts

C. Pennsylvania

D. New Jersey

3. Tulsi Gabbard recently resigned as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence. Before she was a member of Trump's Cabinet, she represented which state in Congress?

A. California

B. New Mexico

C. Hawaii

D. Alaska

4. "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" just ended its run after nearly 11 years. Which music legend was the last guest on final episode?

A. Madonna

B. Bruce Springsteen

C. Taylor Swift

D. Paul McCartney

5. Forbes magazine recently released its list of the world's highest-paid athletes. Who is No. 1, with $300 million in total earnings this year?

A. Lionel Messi

B. Cristiano Ronaldo

C. LeBron James

D. Shohei Ohtani

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ANSWERS

1. A

2. B

3. C

4. D

5. B

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This story was originally published May 26, 2026 at 4:11 AM.