A. Follow-up: I downloaded Android 16 qpr1 beta 3 and the problem still remains. I do not plan to reset the phone, I will just wait to Google fixes the problem.
I tried that suggestion but alas it did not work. So at this point I think that it is a system problem as the same problem also occurs on my pixel tablet. I will say patience is a virtue.
I just downloaded it and it was the fastest download and install that I've ever had on a pixel. It also fixed my Android Auto connectivity problem. Go figure! Good luck everyone.