New America's Lee Drutman discusses his proposal that would increase the federal government's role in the election process and American Health Care Association's Dr. David Gifford discusses Covid-19 impact on long-term care facilities.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument in Trump v. New York. The case is about whether President Trump has authority to exclude undocumented immigrants from the Census apportionment base.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument in Van Buren v. United States, a case on interpretation of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and violations of terms of service agreements.
New America Foundation political reform project senior fellow Lee Drutman discussed his proposal that would increase the federal government's role in the election process
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the peak of the second wave of the pandemic was over and he was easing some of he COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in time for the Christmas holiday. In his address to the nation from Paris, he outlined some of the changes to the current restrictions, including reopening small business and allowing people to exercise outside for up to three hours a day with a permit to leave their home. France is still under a full lockdown until December 15, 2020. He also talked about financial support for college students and the progress of the country's vaccine development. His 25-minute remarks were courtesy of France 24 television.
Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) certified the state results of the 2020 election in a ceremony in Phoenix. Secretary Hobbs was joined by Gov. Doug Ducey (R), Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich (R) and Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Brutinel.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) held a new conference on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic and surge in cases. Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm joined the governor and gave an in-depth breakdown of the state's COVID-19 numbers. She warned Minnesotans saying, "we are a hot spot." Looking ahead, Gov. Walz expressed confidence in the state's vaccine distribution plan.
Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) certified the state results of the 2020 election in a ceremony in Phoenix. Secretary Hobbs was joined by Gov. Doug Ducey (R), Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich (R) and Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Brutinel.
Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Ann Jacobs signed a statement finalizing the results of the election, finding Joe Biden the winner. The move comes a day before Wisconsin's full bipartisan Elections Commission votes to officially certify the results. President Trump has announced plans to sue the state over the results.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that the state is on track to surpass its ICU bed capacity if Californian's do not take additional steps to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Governor Newsom and California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said they are considering more broad stay-at-home orders if COVID-19 cases continue to surge in the state. The governor also addressed plans to distribute a coronavirus vaccine and said the state is expecting 327,000 doses in the next few weeks.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) held a new conference on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic and surge in cases. Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm joined the governor and gave an in-depth breakdown of the state's COVID-19 numbers. She warned Minnesotans saying, "we are a hot spot." Looking ahead, Gov. Walz expressed confidence in the state's vaccine distribution plan.
Sen. Angus King (I-ME) joined the Bipartisan Policy Center for a virtual discussion on the future of telehealth. The independent senator delivered remarks and then moderated a panel discussion with health care experts, primarily from his home state of Maine. The discussion focused on how the use of telehealth had expanded during the coronavirus pandemic and how it can be used in the future.
The New York Times hosted a virtual discussion with African American business leaders on race and economic opportunity. Speakers included former Xerox Corporation CEO Ursula Burns, Vista Equity Partners Founder and CEO Robert Smith along with Michael "Killer Mike" Render, a hip hop artist, entrepreneur and social activist.
Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) certified the state results of the 2020 election in a ceremony in Phoenix. Secretary Hobbs was joined by Gov. Doug Ducey (R), Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich (R) and Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Brutinel.
Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Ann Jacobs signed a statement finalizing the results of the election, finding Joe Biden the winner. The move comes a day before Wisconsin's full bipartisan Elections Commission votes to officially certify the results. President Trump has announced plans to sue the state over the results.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that the state is on track to surpass its ICU bed capacity if Californian's do not take additional steps to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Governor Newsom and California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said they are considering more broad stay-at-home orders if COVID-19 cases continue to surge in the state. The governor also addressed plans to distribute a coronavirus vaccine and said the state is expecting 327,000 doses in the next few weeks.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) held a virtual news conference on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The governor talked about New Mexico's positivity rate and hospital capacity as well as a new red-orange-green labeling system to guide local business restrictions as the state monitors the spread of the virus. Gov. Lujan Grisham also responded to a question about her role on the Biden transition team and whether she would be interested in a cabinet position.
Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) certified the state results of the 2020 election in a ceremony in Phoenix. Secretary Hobbs was joined by Gov. Doug Ducey (R), Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich (R) and Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Brutinel.
Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Ann Jacobs signed a statement finalizing the results of the election, finding Joe Biden the winner. The move comes a day before Wisconsin's full bipartisan Elections Commission votes to officially certify the results. President Trump has announced plans to sue the state over the results.
The Supreme Court heard oral argument in Trump v. New York. The case is about whether President Trump has authority to exclude undocumented immigrants from the Census apportionment base.
