Domestic Extemp Questions
- Will the federal government shutdown damage public trust in Washington?
- How will Trump’s new truck tariffs impact U.S. manufacturing?
- Can the Supreme Court limit Trump’s executive power this term?
- Will halting federal economic data releases affect Wall Street?
- How could the delay of federal data releases hurt economic forecasting?
- Will teacher shortages worsen learning gaps across U.S. schools?
- Is America’s power grid ready for increased electric vehicle demand?
- How can small businesses stay afloat during prolonged government shutdowns?
- Are U.S. farmers being hurt by ongoing trade disruptions?
- Should Congress increase funding for climate disaster recovery programs?
International Extemp Questions
- Could a UN probe into Afghanistan strain ties with Western allies?
- Will France’s prime minister’s resignation destabilize the EU?
- Can Europe’s economy stay strong despite U.S. political turmoil?
- Will Trump’s Gaza peace plan succeed?
- How is North Korea’s alliance with Russia shifting Asian power?
- Does Italy’s protest ban threaten free speech in Europe?
- Are rising antisemitic attacks hurting global security?
- Will Russia exploit U.S. instability to expand influence abroad?
- How will China respond to UN pressure over human rights?
- Can the U.S. remain a credible peace broker in the Middle East?
Hypothetical
Suppose the Pentagon officially rebrands as the “Department of War” and starts selling merch. Will the United States finally win the battle for international dominance and persuade countries like Russia to end their conflicts, if the United States says so?