Natural Resources Defense Council's Bob Deans discusses efforts to combat climate change, and author and police officer Adam Wilson discusses challenges facing law enforcement in the U.S.
Politico hosted its annual "Women Rule" Summit with members of Congress, journalists and women executives. This portion of the event included an interview with Lara Trump, President Trump's daughter-in-law and campaign adviser, and a later panel of women discussing strides in the workforce.
Constitutional litigator Justin Pearson represents small business owners across the country in lawsuits against occupational licensing requirements. He discussed the cases and the Institute of Justice's work at a Federalist Society event in Montgomery, Alabama.
Emory University African American studies professor Carol Anderson discussed her book "One Person, No Vote," about voter suppression following the 2013 Supreme Court ruling striking down the Voting Rights Act.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) participates in a forum on civil liberties hosted by the University of New Hampshire's law school and the state's chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) delivered a speech at the Old South Meeting House in Boston on the first anniversary of the formation of her exploratory committee to run for president. She spoke on the impeachment of President Trump and her 2020 presidential platform, with a focus on health care, immigration, the economy and civil rights.
The attorney who argued Planned Parenthood vs Casey predicted the Supreme Court would overturn Roe v. Wade after the 2020 election. Kathryn Kolbert joined a panel including the president of Americans United for Life and the author of an upcoming book on the history of abortion in America, for a National Constitution Center debate about reproductive rights.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) participated in a forum on civil liberties hosted by the University of New Hampshire's law school and the state's chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. After being introduced, Senator Booker talked about his campaign, why he was running and his thoughts on the American judicial system. Afterward, he answered questions on criminal justice reform, women's rights, and more.
Julián Castro, the former housing and urban development secretary under the Obama administration, announced in a video posted to Twitter that he was suspending his campaign for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination. In the video, Mr. Castro thanked his supporters for their work on his campaign. He also said he wanted to push for changes in the Democratic nominating process, which he said needed to change to be more inclusive of voters across the country.
George P. Bush, grandson of George H.W. and Barbara Bush, took part in a conversation at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin about the lives and influence of his grandparents. Joining him on stage were Susan Page from USA Today, Karen Tumulty from the Washington Post, and historian Michael Beschloss. The talked about the legacy of George and Barbara Bush, the relationship that President Bush had with President Clinton, and the role Barbara played as matriarch of the Bush family.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) participated in a forum on civil liberties hosted by the University of New Hampshire's law school and the state's chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. After being introduced, Senator Booker talked about his campaign, why he was running and his thoughts on the American judicial system. Afterward, he answered questions on criminal justice reform, women's rights, and more.
Julián Castro, the former housing and urban development secretary under the Obama administration, announced in a video posted to Twitter that he was suspending his campaign for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination. In the video, Mr. Castro thanked his supporters for their work on his campaign. He also said he wanted to push for changes in the Democratic nominating process, which he said needed to change to be more inclusive of voters across the country.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva spoke at the annual Wall Street Journal CEO Council meeting in Washington, DC.
George P. Bush, grandson of George H.W. and Barbara Bush, took part in a conversation at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin about the lives and influence of his grandparents. Joining him on stage were Susan Page from USA Today, Karen Tumulty from the Washington Post, and historian Michael Beschloss. The talked about the legacy of George and Barbara Bush, the relationship that President Bush had with President Clinton, and the role Barbara played as matriarch of the Bush family.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) delivered a speech at the Old South Meeting House in Boston on the first anniversary of the formation of her exploratory committee to run for president. She spoke on the impeachment of President Trump and her 2020 presidential platform, with a focus on health care, immigration, the economy and civil rights.
The National Press Club hosted a spelling bee competition between journalists and lawmakers. Competing on the journalist team was Alexandra Petri from "The Washington Post, " Alex Gangitano from "The Hill," John Donnelly from "CQ Roll Call," Daniella Cheslow from NPR, Zoe Tillman from Buzzfeed, Josh Dawsey from "The Washington Post," and Eric Geller from "Politico." Representing the lawmakers were Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), Rep. Katie Hill (D-CA), Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA), and Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH). The first such event was held in 1913 and was reestablished in 2013.
Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) delivered remarks at the National Competitiveness Forum in Washington, DC. He focused his comments on U.S.-China relations and how the U.S. can maintain it's competitive edge.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva spoke at the annual Wall Street Journal CEO Council meeting in Washington, DC.
2020 presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) participated in a forum on civil liberties hosted by the University of New Hampshire's law school and the state's chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. After being introduced, Senator Booker talked about his campaign, why he was running and his thoughts on the American judicial system. Afterward, he answered questions on criminal justice reform, women's rights, and more.
