Reps. Cory Mills (R-TX) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) discuss the September 30 government funding deadline, aid to Ukraine, and congressional news of the day.
Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-MT), a Freedom Caucus member, discussed the September 30 government funding deadline, aid to Ukraine, and congressional news of the day.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) discussed a possible government shutdown, with a looming deadline to fund the government by September 30. In addition, he discussed a meeting attended by House Democrats and Republicans with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Capitol Hill. He stressed the importance of supporting Ukraine, stating, "our values are shared by Ukrainian people." When asked if Democrats would join with Republicans to protect Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA) speakership, he said, "the notion that we should spend one scintilla of time thinking about the chaos on the other side of the isle should not be our focus."
Sens. Chris Coons (D-DE) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) participated in the Senate Project debate series hosted by the Bipartisan Policy Center, the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation, and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute. Topics included the prisoner swap with Iran, competing with China, climate change, bipartisanship, and the upcoming 2024 presidential elections.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre briefed reporters amid a debate over a government funding deadline.
2024 Republican presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott (SC) was the featured speaker at a "Politics & Eggs" breakfast co-hosted by the New Hampshire Institute of Politics and the New England Council. He first arrived at the venue and signed some of the signature wooden eggs that are given out at the event series before meeting with many of those in attendance. He was then introduced by the heads of the two sponsoring organizations, delivered remarks, and took questions from the audience.
Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska spoke about the impact of the Russian invasion of her country on Ukrainians at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She also discussed her Ukrainian Bookshelf initiative, which distributes Ukrainian literature to libraries around the world. After delivering a speech, she was presented with a leadership award and was interviewed by Melanne Verveer, former U.S. ambassador for Global Women's Issues. Georgetown University co-hosted this event with the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security.
2024 Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy delivered remarks on the U.S. economic policy and China at a manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio, his home state. He talked about his plan to wean the U.S. economy off its dependence on China's manufacturing sector, and then took questions from and pictures with some of those in attendance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the guest for a wreath laying ceremony hosted by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at The Pentagon. He was greeted by an honor cordon after arriving at the U.S. military headquarters.
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to reporters before a one-on-one meeting in the Oval Office. It was the first of two White House meetings the two leaders had that afternoon.
"Russia alone stands in the way of peace," said President Biden during brief remarks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before a meeting in the East Room at the White House. The president announced he approved the next round of security assistance for Ukraine and said the first U.S. Abrams Tanks will arrive next week. President Zelensky thanked President Biden and the United States for their support and spoke on Ukraine's security, defense, and the exporting of grain.
Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska spoke about the impact of the Russian invasion of her country on Ukrainians at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She also discussed her Ukrainian Bookshelf initiative, which distributes Ukrainian literature to libraries around the world. After delivering a speech, she was presented with a leadership award and was interviewed by Melanne Verveer, former U.S. ambassador for Global Women's Issues. Georgetown University co-hosted this event with the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre briefed reporters amid a debate over a government funding deadline.
Senate Majority Leader Schumer spoke on the Senate floor about Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to Capitol Hill to meet with leaders. He then talked about the short-term funding bill to avoid a government shutdown, set to occur September 30th. Senator Schumer also talked about the Biden admistratino expanding temporarty protected status for nearly half a million Venezuelans, which means they are eligible for protection from deportation and will be able to get work authorizations.
Senate Minority Leader McConnell talked about Senate lawmakers meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky and ways to aid Ukraine during its war against Russia. Senator McConnell also talked about energy policy.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) discussed a possible government shutdown, with a looming deadline to fund the government by September 30. In addition, he discussed a meeting attended by House Democrats and Republicans with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Capitol Hill. He stressed the importance of supporting Ukraine, stating, "our values are shared by Ukrainian people." When asked if Democrats would join with Republicans to protect Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA) speakership, he said, "the notion that we should spend one scintilla of time thinking about the chaos on the other side of the isle should not be our focus."
Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Del. Stacey Plaskett (D-VI), and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) joined other politicians, activists, and scholars at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's annual legislative conference in Washington, DC. Among the topics discussed were challenges to democracy, affirmative action, and safeguarding voting rights. Also making remarks was New York Attorney General Letitia James (D), who filed a civil suit against former President Trump and the Trump Organization for alleged fraud.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi delivered remarks at the 2023 United Nations General Assembly in New York City, following the recent release of five U.S. citizens from Iranian custody. He discussed a changing world order and called for collaboration in the region, saying any type of foreign presence that's not part of a solution is the problem itself. In addition, women's rights, Palestine-Israel relations, terrorism, the war in Ukraine, and the Iranian nuclear deal were discussed. As he closed his remarks, he said, "old powers represent the past and we (Iran) are the future."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the guest for a wreath laying ceremony hosted by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at The Pentagon. He was greeted by an honor cordon after arriving at the U.S. military headquarters.
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to reporters before a one-on-one meeting in the Oval Office. It was the first of two White House meetings the two leaders had that afternoon.
"Russia alone stands in the way of peace," said President Biden during brief remarks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before a meeting in the East Room at the White House. The president announced he approved the next round of security assistance for Ukraine and said the first U.S. Abrams Tanks will arrive next week. President Zelensky thanked President Biden and the United States for their support and spoke on Ukraine's security, defense, and the exporting of grain.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska delivered an address from the National Archives in Washington, DC. They thanked Americans for their support amid Russia's full-scale invasion and gave out awards to doctors, activists, and other leaders in recognition of the notable ways they have helped Ukraine. During their visit to the U.S., President Zelensky and first lady Zelenska met with President Biden, lawmakers, and others as Ukraine continued to be in need of support against its war with Russia.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre briefed reporters amid a debate over a government funding deadline.
Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Del. Stacey Plaskett (D-VI), and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) joined other politicians, activists, and scholars at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's annual legislative conference in Washington, DC. Among the topics discussed were challenges to democracy, affirmative action, and safeguarding voting rights. Also making remarks was New York Attorney General Letitia James (D), who filed a civil suit against former President Trump and the Trump Organization for alleged fraud.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi delivered remarks at the 2023 United Nations General Assembly in New York City, following the recent release of five U.S. citizens from Iranian custody. He discussed a changing world order and called for collaboration in the region, saying any type of foreign presence that's not part of a solution is the problem itself. In addition, women's rights, Palestine-Israel relations, terrorism, the war in Ukraine, and the Iranian nuclear deal were discussed. As he closed his remarks, he said, "old powers represent the past and we (Iran) are the future."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska delivered an address from the National Archives in Washington, DC. They thanked Americans for their support amid Russia's full-scale invasion and gave out awards to doctors, activists, and other leaders in recognition of the notable ways they have helped Ukraine. During their visit to the U.S., President Zelensky and first lady Zelenska met with President Biden, lawmakers, and others as Ukraine continued to be in need of support against its war with Russia.
