Former Obama Acting Labor Secretary Seth Harris discusses extending jobless benefits amid the coronavirus pandemic and Public Interest Legal Foundation's Cleta Mitchell discusses concerns about voting by mail in this year's elections.
Sally Yates, the former acting attorney general at the start of the Trump administration, testifies on the Russia investigation before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
The annual Aspen Institute Security Forum got underway virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. In this session former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice touched on a number of topics including the federal response to COVID-19, relations with China, reported intelligence of Russian bounties for U.S. troops and renaming military bases named after Confederate generals.
GOP Gov. Larry Hogan (MD) passes off the chairmanship of the National Governors Association to Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo (NY) during the group's summer meeting.
The five commissioners of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) testified on a range of topics before the Senate Commerce Committee. Federal Trade Commission Chair Joseph Simons called on Congress to update consumer privacy and data security legislation related to technology companies. The commissioners also discussed the importance of protecting consumers against COVID-19 related scams, requiring country of origin labeling for a variety of products, and limiting Section 230 protections for technology companies such as Facebook, Twitter and Google. Chair Simons also faced questions about an ongoing antitrust investigation into Facebook, and whether he intended to depose Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD) passed off the chairmanship of the National Governors Association to Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) during the group's virtual summer meeting. They discussed the need to invest in the nation's infrastructure, as well as to face the challenges of America's recovery and revival from the coronavirus pandemic. The governors agreed that further federal funding for state and local government is what would spur America's economic recovery.
Activist Cori Bush defeated long-time Congressman Lacy Clay in the 2020 Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District. Ms. Bush gave a victory speech to a crowd of supporters from the St. Louis area. She thanked Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) for his support in the campaign. Ms. Bush would be the first female representative for the House district as well as the first Black woman to win the seat.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke briefly with the press to discuss the ongoing negotiations regarding COVID-19 relief. While Speaker Pelosi spoke about the urgency to reach a deal to help the American people, Leader Schumer spoke about their conversation with U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, saying the meeting was "heated." He said the recent cutbacks to employment and overtime must be rescinded, saying the postal service is essential for people to vote during the pandemic.
The annual Aspen Institute Security Forum got underway virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. In this session, Christian Brose, a former staff director for the Senate Armed Services Committee, spoke about America's military power and planning for future conflicts.
Sally Yates, the former acting attorney general at the start of the Trump administration, testified on the Russia investigation before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The committee is reviewing the origins of the investigation and the role of the FBI. Due to the coronavirus pandemic Ms. Yates and some of the lawmakers participated in the hearing virtually.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke briefly with the press to discuss the ongoing negotiations regarding COVID-19 relief. While Speaker Pelosi spoke about the urgency to reach a deal to help the American people, Leader Schumer spoke about their conversation with U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, saying the meeting was "heated." He said the recent cutbacks to employment and overtime must be rescinded, saying the postal service is essential for people to vote during the pandemic.
President Trump met with Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) in the Oval Office at the White House to discuss the governor's handling of the coronavirus response in his state. Following their remarks, the president took questions from reporters on mail-in ballots and absentee voting, saying in many places, it was "a disaster."
The C-SPAN Cities Tour explores the American story with a look at the creation and use of the first atomic weapon by the United States on Japan in 1945.
Activist Cori Bush defeated long-time Congressman Lacy Clay in the 2020 Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District. Ms. Bush gave a victory speech to a crowd of supporters from the St. Louis area. She thanked Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) for his support in the campaign. Ms. Bush would be the first female representative for the House district as well as the first Black woman to win the seat.
Former Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) hosted a virtual forum with Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), U.S. House Candidates Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) and Cori Bush (D-MO) to discuss their primary victories and the growing support for the progressive movement. Topics included criminal justice reform, health care and the impact of corporate influences.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke briefly with the press to discuss the ongoing negotiations regarding COVID-19 relief. While Speaker Pelosi spoke about the urgency to reach a deal to help the American people, Leader Schumer spoke about their conversation with U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, saying the meeting was "heated." He said the recent cutbacks to employment and overtime must be rescinded, saying the postal service is essential for people to vote during the pandemic.
President Trump gave an update on the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic at the White House. He spoke about the improving coronavirus numbers across the country, getting kids back to school, and the ongoing coronavirus relief legislation being negotiated on Capitol Hill. He said if a deal cannot be met, he will explore executive actions, especially to help those facing the threat of eviction. When asked about his considering of the White House as the venue for his RNC acceptance speech, despite Sen. John Thune (R-SD) saying it would be illegal to do so because of the Hatch Act, President Trump responded, " well, it is legal. There is no Hatch Act, because it doesn't pertain to the president."
Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD) passed off the chairmanship of the National Governors Association to Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) during the group's virtual summer meeting. They discussed the need to invest in the nation's infrastructure, as well as to face the challenges of America's recovery and revival from the coronavirus pandemic. The governors agreed that further federal funding for state and local government is what would spur America's economic recovery.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke briefly with the press to discuss the ongoing negotiations regarding COVID-19 relief. While Speaker Pelosi spoke about the urgency to reach a deal to help the American people, Leader Schumer spoke about their conversation with U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, saying the meeting was "heated." He said the recent cutbacks to employment and overtime must be rescinded, saying the postal service is essential for people to vote during the pandemic.
The C-SPAN Cities Tour explores the American story with a look at the creation and use of the first atomic weapon by the United States on Japan in 1945.
Sally Yates, the former acting attorney general at the start of the Trump administration, testified on the Russia investigation before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The committee is reviewing the origins of the investigation and the role of the FBI. Due to the coronavirus pandemic Ms. Yates and some of the lawmakers participated in the hearing virtually.
