Tax Foundation Vice President Karl Smith discusses tax policies that will help promote economic recovery, and Biotechnology Innovation Organization Chairman Jeremy Levin Discusses how the biotech industry is helping in the fight against coronavirus.
Jo Jorgensen, the 2020 Libertarian Party presidential nominee, delivered remarks at the party's 2020 convention in Orlando, Florida, officially accepting her nomination to be the party's top contender in the 2020 election. During her remarks, Ms. Jorgensen focused on her support of the party's core principles, including limited government, isolationist foreign policy, and free markets. She also touched on many specifics of the party's platform, including eliminating the federal Department of Education and withdrawing all U.S. troops stationed abroad.
Tax Foundation Vice President Karl Smith discusses tax policies that will help promote economic recovery, and Biotechnology Innovation Organization Chairman Jeremy Levin Discusses how the biotech industry is helping in the fight against coronavirus.
The House Appropriations Committee debates spending levels for the Energy, Labor and Education Departments as well as the Health & Human Services and other agencies.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany held a briefing with reporters where she was asked about President Trump's relationship with Dr. Anthony Fauci, the federal government's coronavirus response efforts and the president's decision to commute the sentence of Roger Stone.
Journalist Erin Geiger Smith talked about the history of voting in the United States and some of the issues surrounding voting today, including low voter turnout, voter suppression, and the reliability of voting by mail.
Jon Ralston, editor of The Nevada Independent, was interviewed about the state of the 2020 presidential race and the issues motivating voters in Nevada. He talked about the relative strength of Joe Biden, the former vice president and 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, going into the fall against President Trump's reelection effort, and how steep job losses in the Silver State's casino and tourism industries were weighing on voters' minds. He also talked about the roles of the state's two relatively new Democratic senators, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, in statewide elections and Mr. Biden's campaign.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego (D) discussed her city's response to the coronavirus pandemic in an interview with Washington Post opinion writer Jonathan Capehart. She talked about her relationship with Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) as well as her fellow mayors as the state faced an increase in positive coronavirus cases. The mayor also criticized the federal government's response to the pandemic, calling for better coordination of the distribution of critical supplies.
Rep. Fred Upton (R-MI) joined The Hill's virtual health care summit to talk about the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic. He spoke about the next coronavirus relief package Congress was considering, which he said would include money for state and local governments.
A protester criticized Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) as he held a news conference to discuss what the state is doing to address the spike in coronavirus cases. Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez (R) also spoke. While there were no new orders announced both the governor and mayor urged Floridians to continue following recommended guidance to stay safe including social distancing and wearing a mask.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) discussed her state's response to the coronavirus pandemic during a virtual event hosted by the Washington Post. The governor spoke about her early actions to combat the virus as well as the state's policies on masks and out of state visitors. She also discussed the upcoming election and her name on the list of potential running mates for Democratic candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden.
Jon Ralston, editor of The Nevada Independent, was interviewed about the state of the 2020 presidential race and the issues motivating voters in Nevada. He talked about the relative strength of Joe Biden, the former vice president and 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, going into the fall against President Trump's reelection effort, and how steep job losses in the Silver State's casino and tourism industries were weighing on voters' minds. He also talked about the roles of the state's two relatively new Democratic senators, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, in statewide elections and Mr. Biden's campaign.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Cuomo outlined the state's school reopening guidelines and criticized President Trump's approach to schools. He also criticized the federal government's overall response to the pandemic and other states as case numbers continue to increase across the country. He expressed concern over the possibility that a traveler could bring COVID-19 to New York and cause another outbreak.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego (D) discussed her city's response to the coronavirus pandemic in an interview with Washington Post opinion writer Jonathan Capehart. She talked about her relationship with Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) as well as her fellow mayors as the state faced an increase in positive coronavirus cases. The mayor also criticized the federal government's response to the pandemic, calling for better coordination of the distribution of critical supplies.
A House Homeland Security subcommittee held a virtual hearing on oversight of ICE detention facilities during the coronavirus pandemic. The hearing focused on conditions in detention facilities for detainees and staff. Subcommittee members questioned witnesses on use of PPE, masks, testing and quarantine procedures in their facilities. Due to technical difficulties, this hearing is in two parts.
President Trump hosted a roundtable at the White House to discuss policing with law enforcement officials, administration staff and individuals who said they were helped by police officers. At the conclusion of the event, the president answered reporters' questions on a range of topics, including the coronavirus pandemic and his decision to commute the sentence of Roger Stone. Other speakers included Vice President Pence and Attorney General William Barr.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) discussed her state's response to the coronavirus pandemic during a virtual event hosted by the Washington Post. The governor spoke about her early actions to combat the virus as well as the state's policies on masks and out of state visitors. She also discussed the upcoming election and her name on the list of potential running mates for Democratic candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden.
Jon Ralston, editor of The Nevada Independent, was interviewed about the state of the 2020 presidential race and the issues motivating voters in Nevada. He talked about the relative strength of Joe Biden, the former vice president and 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, going into the fall against President Trump's reelection effort, and how steep job losses in the Silver State's casino and tourism industries were weighing on voters' minds. He also talked about the roles of the state's two relatively new Democratic senators, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, in statewide elections and Mr. Biden's campaign.
A protester criticized Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) as he held a news conference to discuss what the state is doing to address the spike in coronavirus cases. Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez (R) also spoke. While there were no new orders announced both the governor and mayor urged Floridians to continue following recommended guidance to stay safe including social distancing and wearing a mask.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Cuomo outlined the state's school reopening guidelines and criticized President Trump's approach to schools. He also criticized the federal government's overall response to the pandemic and other states as case numbers continue to increase across the country. He expressed concern over the possibility that a traveler could bring COVID-19 to New York and cause another outbreak.
A House Homeland Security subcommittee held a virtual hearing on oversight of ICE detention facilities during the coronavirus pandemic. The hearing focused on conditions in detention facilities for detainees and staff. Subcommittee members questioned witnesses on use of PPE, masks, testing and quarantine procedures in their facilities. Due to technical difficulties, this hearing is in two parts.
Jon Ralston, editor of The Nevada Independent, was interviewed about the state of the 2020 presidential race and the issues motivating voters in Nevada. He talked about the relative strength of Joe Biden, the former vice president and 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, going into the fall against President Trump's reelection effort, and how steep job losses in the Silver State's casino and tourism industries were weighing on voters' minds. He also talked about the roles of the state's two relatively new Democratic senators, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, in statewide elections and Mr. Biden's campaign.