Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-VT, Appropriations Cmte Ranking Member, talks about President Trump's budget, which was released Tuesday, as well as another rejection of President Trump's travel ban this past week by a federal appeals court, and the President's trip abroad.
John Brennan, the former CIA director, appeared before the House Intelligence Committee as part of its ongoing investigation into Russia's interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and possible ties with the Trump campaign.
White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney briefed reporters and took their questions on President Trump's proposed budget for fiscal year 2018. He detailed some of the driving ideology and priorities of President Trump's budget, and reiterated the administration's commitments to law enforcement, border security, and the military. Many of the questions from reporters focused on the administration's request for money to expand walls on the U.S.-Mexico border, and on its proposed slash to spending on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the successor to the federal food stamps program.
The top Democrats on the House and Senate Budget panels reacted to the Trump administration's 2018 budget proposal, saying the president is breaking his campaign promises with a plan that gives tax breaks to the wealthy and cuts funding for programs that benefit low-income Americans. Senate Budget Ranking Member Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and House Budget Ranking Member John Yarmuth (D-KY) were joined by Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA).
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos testified at a House Appropriations Education Subcommittee hearing on President Trump's fiscal year 2018 budget proposal for the Education Department, which included significant cuts to funding for public schools while boosting federal support for vouchers allowing parents to send their students to private schools instead. Many Republicans on the subcommittee voiced support for such a proposal, while all of the Democrats who asked questions were opposed. They also questioned Secretary DeVos's commitment to protect students against discrimination from schools that would receive such vouchers.
Actor and former California governor (R) Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke at the commencement ceremony of the University of Houston. He talked about what he called the "myth" of the concept of the self-made man by recalling those who helped him advance his careers as a bodybuilder, actor and politician. He also told graduates to remember those who help them and to give back to their communities by helping others.
Former Vice President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. In his remarks, he talked about his career in the Senate and urged the graduating class to remain engaged in politics.
Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, was the commencement speaker at the all-women's Scripps College in Claremont, California. She shared the story of her journey from childhood to the eventual founding of her organization dedicated to encouraging young women to pursue careers in computer science.
Gov. Doug Ducey (R-AZ) delivered a commencement address to the graduating class of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's west campus in Prescott, Arizona. He was elected governor back in 2014 and is the former CEO of Cold Stone Creamery.
Santa Fe, New Mexico Mayor Javier Gonzales urged college graduates to stay true to their New Mexico roots as they continue their journey beyond college life. Mayor Gonzales delivered the commencement address at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas.
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder (R) gave a commencement speech at Adrian College in Michigan where he received an honorary degree. He talked about the visions he set for himself after college and urged the graduating students to do the same. He also advised them to discover their true passions in life, to take chances, learn from mentors and to establish a good balance between familiy and work. Rick Snyder was elected Michigan governor in 2010.
Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-VT, Appropriations Cmte Ranking Member, talks about President Trump's budget, which was released Tuesday, as well as another rejection of President Trump's travel ban this past week by a federal appeals court, and the President's trip abroad.
Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly defended President Trump's proposed budget cuts for his department at a House Appropriations Subcommitee hearing. He told members that state and local governments are more prepared to deal with national security issues since 9-11 having the personnel in place to deal with a potential crisis without federal counterterrorism funding.
The Wall Street Journal CEO Council recently hosted an event in Tokyo with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Prime Minister Abe gave remarks focusing on Japan's economy and place in the world. Following his remarks, the Prime Minister sat down with Wall Street Journal Editor in Chief Gerard Baker where they discussed Japan's relationship with the U.S., China and South Korea, and having a tougher posture against North Korea.
Trita Parsi of the National Iranian American Council discusses the future of U.S.-Iran relations following the re-election of Iranian President Rouhani.
The Trump administration released its $575 billion defense budget for 2018. Defense Under Secretary and Chief Financial Officer John Roth outlined some of its details and spending priorities during a Pentagon briefing. Joining him was Lieutenant General Anthony Ierardi of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
This week on Q&A, former counterterrorism and intelligence officer, Malcolm Nance. Mr. Nance talks about his career and his most recent books, "The Plot to Hack America: How Putin's Cyberspies and Wikileaks Tried to Steal the 2016 Election" & "Hacking ISIS: How to Destroy the Cyber Jihad."
The Wall Street Journal CEO Council recently hosted an event in Tokyo with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Prime Minister Abe gave remarks focusing on Japan's economy and place in the world. Following his remarks, the Prime Minister sat down with Wall Street Journal Editor in Chief Gerard Baker where they discussed Japan's relationship with the U.S., China and South Korea, and having a tougher posture against North Korea.
Trita Parsi of the National Iranian American Council discusses the future of U.S.-Iran relations following the re-election of Iranian President Rouhani.
The Trump administration released its $575 billion defense budget for 2018. Defense Under Secretary and Chief Financial Officer John Roth outlined some of its details and spending priorities during a Pentagon briefing. Joining him was Lieutenant General Anthony Ierardi of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney appeared before the Senate Budget Committee to discuss President Trump's proposed budget for fiscal year 2018. While Republican committee members generally praised the proposal and its goal of balancing the federal budget over a 10-year period, Democrats spoke against it. Ranking member Bernie Sanders (I-VT) said it was a budget "of the billionaire class, by the billionaire class, and for the billionaire class."
Trita Parsi of the National Iranian American Council discusses the future of U.S.-Iran relations following the re-election of Iranian President Rouhani.
Admiral Michael Rogers appeared before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities and answered questions from members about the president's 2018 Cyber Command budget request.
This week on Q&A, former counterterrorism and intelligence officer, Malcolm Nance. Mr. Nance talks about his career and his most recent books, "The Plot to Hack America: How Putin's Cyberspies and Wikileaks Tried to Steal the 2016 Election" & "Hacking ISIS: How to Destroy the Cyber Jihad."
