New York Times' Jim Tankersley discusses his book "The Riches of This Land: The Untold, True Story of America's Middle Class" and Reagan biographer & presidential historian Craig Shirley discusses President Trump's legacy.
The House will meet in a pro forma session. It's possible Democrats will try to pass, by unanimous consent, a measure to provide $2,000 in direct COVID-19 relief payments to Americans.
Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. House offered unanimous concent requests to change the cOVID-19 relief bill passed by Congress. Both requests were blocked due to House rules.
House Democratic Leader Steny Hoyer said there are ongoing talks with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and the administration to prevent a government shutdown after President Trump voiced displeasure with the coronavirus relief package and government funding bill passed earlier in the week. Rep. Hoyer's comments came during a news conference on the Democrats' failed attempt to increase COVID-19 relief checks to $2,000, something the president said he wanted, through unanimous consent. Through previous negotiations, the majority of Republicans are against that amount.
The National Constitution Center hosted a discussion on Shakespeare's influence on the American founders, on American history and on our constitutional values. Speakers included Kevin Hayes, author of "Shakespeare and the Making of America"; Barry Edelstein, Artistic Director of The Old Globe Theatre; and Lucas Morel of Washington and Lee University.
Former White House Chiefs of Staff John Podesta and Andrew Card discussed the process of building a new administration with the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service. They talked about their experience transitioning an administration, their thoughts on President-elect Biden's cabinet picks and the importance of the White House's staff. Georgetown University students joined the discussed to ask questions.
Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service hosted a discussion on the Biden-Harris transition and the Senate confirmation process. The panel discussed their experience with Senate confirmation hearings, their thoughts on President-elect Biden's nominees and the importance of a transparent transition. Georgetown University students joined the discussion to ask questions.
Politico hosted a discussion on women's leadership and civic engagement, part of their "Women Rule" series. Joining the virtual discussion was Black Lives Matter Co-Founder Alicia Garza, Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-CA), Rep.-elect Stephanie Bice (R-OK), Black Voters Matter Co-Founder LaTosha Brown and Sonia Antolec, legal director of The Mom Project.
House Democratic Leader Steny Hoyer said there are ongoing talks with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and the administration to prevent a government shutdown after President Trump voiced displeasure with the coronavirus relief package and government funding bill passed earlier in the week. Rep. Hoyer's comments came during a news conference on the Democrats' failed attempt to increase COVID-19 relief checks to $2,000, something the president said he wanted, through unanimous consent. Through previous negotiations, the majority of Republicans are against that amount.
Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. House offered unanimous concent requests to change the cOVID-19 relief bill passed by Congress. Both requests were blocked due to House rules.
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott (R) gave an update on the state's response to the coronavirus surge and pandemic. He also criticized President Trump and said he's playing a dangerous game with his comments going against a bipartisan COVID-19 relief and government funding package passed by both chambers earlier this week. He went on to add that if the president had concerns he should've been at the table earlier. Gov. Scott also stressed that he hopes lawmakers will stick to their votes and see this relief and funding package through the end.
Texas Rep. Will Hurd spoke about his time in the House and some of the legislation he worked on. The former CIA agent is leaving Congress after this term.
First Lady Melania Trump received the White House Christmas tree from the North Portico of the White House. This year's tree is a Fraser Fir from Dan and Bryan Trees of West Virginia.
Rev. Naomi Tutu, Arun Gandhi, Ron Reagan, author Reza Aslan and presidential speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz discussed religion's role in democracy at a Purdue University event.
The National Constitution Center hosted a discussion on Shakespeare's influence on the American founders, on American history and on our constitutional values. Speakers included Kevin Hayes, author of "Shakespeare and the Making of America"; Barry Edelstein, Artistic Director of The Old Globe Theatre; and Lucas Morel of Washington and Lee University.
First Lady Melania Trump received the White House Christmas tree from the North Portico of the White House. This year's tree is a Fraser Fir from Dan and Bryan Trees of West Virginia.
Rev. Naomi Tutu, Arun Gandhi, Ron Reagan, author Reza Aslan and presidential speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz discussed religion's role in democracy at a Purdue University event.
The National Constitution Center hosted a discussion on Shakespeare's influence on the American founders, on American history and on our constitutional values. Speakers included Kevin Hayes, author of "Shakespeare and the Making of America"; Barry Edelstein, Artistic Director of The Old Globe Theatre; and Lucas Morel of Washington and Lee University.
Former White House Chiefs of Staff John Podesta and Andrew Card discussed the process of building a new administration with the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service. They talked about their experience transitioning an administration, their thoughts on President-elect Biden's cabinet picks and the importance of the White House's staff. Georgetown University students joined the discussed to ask questions.
Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service hosted a discussion on the Biden-Harris transition and the Senate confirmation process. The panel discussed their experience with Senate confirmation hearings, their thoughts on President-elect Biden's nominees and the importance of a transparent transition. Georgetown University students joined the discussion to ask questions.
Rev. Naomi Tutu, Arun Gandhi, Ron Reagan, author Reza Aslan and presidential speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz discussed religion's role in democracy at a Purdue University event.
First Lady Melania Trump received the White House Christmas tree from the North Portico of the White House. This year's tree is a Fraser Fir from Dan and Bryan Trees of West Virginia.
