Reps. Donald Norcross (D-NJ), Democratic Whip James Clyburn (D-SC), and Warren Davidson (R-OH) discuss Campaign 2020 results, federal response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and top issues for the new Congress.
The U.S. House continues debate on the National Apprenticeship Act, which tries to create more apprenticeship opportunities. They expect to finish work on the bill.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) held her weekly briefing with reporters to discuss coronavirus relief negotiations, funding the federal government and the results of the 2020 election. Speaker Pelosi took questions from reporters about the delayed transition for President-elect Biden and the role the House could play in ensuring a smooth transition of power. Pelosi responded by saying, "we're ready," but did not expand on options for the House.
The House Armed Services Committee held a hearing on the U.S. military mission in Afghanistan. Witnesses included former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker who warned the committee that the recent announcement by the Trump administration to withdraw troops would give up U.S. leverage in the country. Members asked questions on the implication of the drawdown, support for our allies, relations with NATO after this announcement, and advice for the incoming Biden administration.
The Wilson Center hosted a virtual discussion on the state of the Organization for Security & Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), which is made up of 57 European and North American States and was created in the early 1970s to provide security and protect human rights. Current and past leaders of the OSCE participated and talked about the history of the organization, and why it's facing challenges with the current geopolitical situation in Europe. The panelists also talked about a need for reform to ensure OSCE is relevant in the future.
Washington Post hosted a virtual discussion on global energy challenges and access to power. The panels discussed ending energy poverty and how American cities are transitioning to clean energy.
Vice President Pence spoke at a rally in Gainesville, Georgia for Senators David Perdue (R-GA) and Kelly Loeffler (R-GA). On January 5, 2020, Sen. Perdue will face Jon Ossoff (D), while Sen. Loeffler will face Rev. Raphael Warnock (D) in a runoff election that will determine control of the U.S. Senate. The last time a Georgia Senate race went to a runoff was in 2008.
A federal judge in the Middle District of Pennsylvania dismissed a case filed by the president's campaign challenging the Pennsylvania presidential election count that's in favor of President-elect Joe Biden. Oral argument was heard earlier in the week. In this portion of the nearly four-hour-long proceeding, the president's lead attorney and former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani laid out why they were challenging the results of the election. Attorneys for Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Kathy Boockvar and the counties of Philadelphia, Allegheny, Montgomery and Chester also spoke and outlined their arguments for case dismissal.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) held her weekly briefing with reporters to discuss coronavirus relief negotiations, funding the federal government and the results of the 2020 election. Speaker Pelosi took questions from reporters about the delayed transition for President-elect Biden and the role the House could play in ensuring a smooth transition of power. Pelosi responded by saying, "we're ready," but did not expand on options for the House.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany held a press briefing where she discussed the administration's actions towards the coronavirus pandemic. When asked about when President Trump would concede the election, she said ongoing litigation and claims deserve to be pursued. The press secretary also said the administration has not interfered with the General Services Administration decision to start the formal transition for the future Biden administration.
President Trump announced two new federal rules to reduce prescription drug prices for patients. The administration also announced that Pfizer applied with the FDA for emergency use authorization for it's COVID-19 vaccine. Earlier in the week, the drug company announced that its research showed the two-dose vaccine is 95 percent effective in preventing illness.
Vice President Pence spoke at a rally in Gainesville, Georgia for Senators David Perdue (R-GA) and Kelly Loeffler (R-GA). On January 5, 2020, Sen. Perdue will face Jon Ossoff (D), while Sen. Loeffler will face Rev. Raphael Warnock (D) in a runoff election that will determine control of the U.S. Senate. The last time a Georgia Senate race went to a runoff was in 2008.
A federal judge in the Middle District of Pennsylvania dismissed a case filed by the president's campaign challenging the Pennsylvania presidential election count that's in favor of President-elect Joe Biden. Oral argument was heard earlier in the week. In this portion of the nearly four-hour-long proceeding, the president's lead attorney and former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani laid out why they were challenging the results of the election. Attorneys for Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Kathy Boockvar and the counties of Philadelphia, Allegheny, Montgomery and Chester also spoke and outlined their arguments for case dismissal.
Washington Post hosted a virtual discussion on global energy challenges and access to power, including ending energy poverty and how American cities are transitioning to clean energy.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) held her weekly briefing with reporters to discuss coronavirus relief negotiations, funding the federal government and the results of the 2020 election. Speaker Pelosi took questions from reporters about the delayed transition for President-elect Biden and the role the House could play in ensuring a smooth transition of power. Pelosi responded by saying, "we're ready," but did not expand on options for the House.
President Trump announced two new federal rules to reduce prescription drug prices for patients. The administration also announced that Pfizer applied with the FDA for emergency use authorization for it's COVID-19 vaccine. Earlier in the week, the drug company announced that its research showed the two-dose vaccine is 95 percent effective in preventing illness.
