C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee
2 hours, 1 minuteFederal Bureau of Prisons Director Kathleen Sawyer testified on the operations of her agency before the Senate Judiciary Committee. She was asked about the ongoing investigations involving the death of Jeffrey Epstein, a hedge fund manager who was charged with sex trafficking. Mr. Epstein died at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City while awaiting trial. Other topics discussed in the hearing included federal prison staff shortages, treatment of female prison guards and the implementation of the First Step Act.
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European Relations with Africa Discussion
1 hour, 7 minutesAlex Rondos, the European Union's special representative to the Horn of Africa, discussed how Brexit and European relations would impact the countries in the northeast region of Africa, known as the Horn of Africa and includes countries like Ethiopia, Sudan, and Djibouti. He talked about China and the Middle East's influence in the region, working with the African Union, how young people are leading the way in these countries, and how much involvement should the U.S. and Europe continue to have in the region. Cathy Ashton, former EU High Representative for foreign affairs and security policy, moderated the one-hour event at the Wilson Center in Washington, DC.
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President Trump Hosts the National Medal of Arts & Humanities Ceremony
33 minutesPresident Trump presented the National Medal of Arts and the National Humanities Medal in the White House East Room. Receiving the National Medal of Arts were actor Jon Voight, musician Alison Krauss, President & CEO of WETA-TV (Washington, DC) Sharon Percy Rockefeller, and the musicians of the U.S. military. The recipients of the National Humanities Medal were philanthropist Teresa Lozano Long, chef and restaurateur Patrick O'Connell, author James Patterson, and the Claremont Institute.
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Discussion on Iraq Protests & Unrest
1 hour, 34 minutesMiddle East policy experts including former Iraqi Ambassador to the U.S. Rend al-Rahim Francke discussed the ongoing protests in Iraq which began in October 2019. Demonstrators are protesting against many issues including political corruption. Other topics touched on included Iran's intervention in Iraq and what should the U.S. role be as the unrest continues. The Hudson Institute in Washington, DC hosted the conversation.
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Discussion on Supreme Court Mid-Term Preview
1 hour, 4 minutesThe Council on Foreign Relations held a preview of the mid-term Supreme Court cases. Panelists included two appellate attorneys who argue before the court frequently and two journalists who cover the court. They also discussed what to expect from Chief Justice John Roberts as he presides over the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump in 2020.
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Campaign 2020: Deval Patrick at Politics and Eggs
1 hour, 31 minutesFormer Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick (D), a 2020 presidential candidate, spoke at the Politics & Eggs breakfast in Manchester, New Hampshire, hosted by the New England Council and the New Hampshire Institute of Politics. He first took pictures with and greeted many of the attendees, then was introduced by leaders of the two sponsoring organizations before he gave a speech on why he was running and on some of his policy positions. Afterward, he greeted more attendees and spoke with members of the press.
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House Hearing on the Flu Vaccine, Part 1
2 hours, 33 minutesThe House Science, Space and Technology Committee held a hearing with public health officials on efforts to improve flu vaccines and develop a universal flu vaccine. In this portion, committee members heard testimony from National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Dr. Anthony Fauci and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Influenza Division Director Dr. Daniel Jernigan.
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Campaign 2020: Sen. Cory Booker Campaigns in New Hampshire
1 hour, 14 minutesC-SPAN followed Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), a 2020 presidential candidate, as he spoke with New Hampshire voters at a house party, a brewery and a coffee shop in the southern part of the Granite State. In between two of the campaign stops, he called a New Hampshire state representative and his girlfriend, the actress Rosario Dawson, via telephone.
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Campaign 2020: Kamala Harris Meets with Voters in Muscatine, Iowa
1 hour, 9 minutesSenator Kamala Harris (D-CA), a 2020 presidential candidate, spoke to and met with voters at the Missipi Brewing Company in Muscatine, Iowa. Senator Harris was introduced by a local supporter, and she then talked about her campaign and issues including public education and teacher pay. Afterward, she greeted many of the caucus-goers who attended the event.
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Council on Foreign Relations Discussion on Venezuela
1 hour, 15 minutesTwo former ambassadors to Venezuela joined a panel discussion on the current political situation in Venezuela. The Council on Foreign Relations hosted the hour-long event which covered topics including regional security, Venezuela's oil reserves, U.S. foreign policy options, and Iran's influence in the country.
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Jack Goldsmith, "In Hoffa's Shadow"
1 hour, 5 minutesJack Goldsmith, former assistant attorney general in the George W. Bush administration, recalled the life of his step-father who was an associate of Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa.
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Robert Wilson, "Barnum"
1 hour, 4 minutesRobert Wilson, editor of The American Scholar, recounted the life of 19th century showman P.T. Barnum, the co-founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Lizabeth Cohen, "Saving America's Cities"
1 hour, 6 minutesHarvard University professor Lizabeth Cohen looked at American urban policy in the forty years following World War II through the life of urban planner Edward Logue, who was instrumental in the redevelopment of Boston and portions of New York City.
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Bob Batchelor, "The Bourbon King"
1 hour, 0 minuteBob Batchelor recalled the life of bootlegger George Remus who, according to the author, had the largest illegal alcohol operation during Prohibition. The author reported that Remus, also a lawyer and pharmacist, discovered a loophole in the Volstead Act, which allowed him to garner close to $200 million in profits.
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Susan Ronald, "Conde Nast"
1 hour, 5 minutesHistorian Susan Ronald recounted the life of publishing magnate Conde Nast, who's magazine empire included Vogue and Vanity Fair.
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Jack Goldsmith, "In Hoffa's Shadow"
1 hour, 3 minutesJack Goldsmith, former assistant attorney general in the George W. Bush administration, recalled the life of his step-father who was an associate of Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa.
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Robert Wilson, "Barnum"
1 hour, 6 minutesRobert Wilson, editor of The American Scholar, recounted the life of 19th century showman P.T. Barnum, the co-founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Lizabeth Cohen, "Saving America's Cities"
1 hour, 6 minutesHarvard University professor Lizabeth Cohen looked at American urban policy in the forty years following World War II through the life of urban planner Edward Logue, who was instrumental in the redevelopment of Boston and portions of New York City.
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Bob Batchelor, "The Bourbon King"
1 hour, 0 minuteBob Batchelor recalled the life of bootlegger George Remus who, according to the author, had the largest illegal alcohol operation during Prohibition. The author reported that Remus, also a lawyer and pharmacist, discovered a loophole in the Volstead Act, which allowed him to garner close to $200 million in profits.
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Donald Trump, Jr. "Triggered"
58 minutesDonald Trump Jr. discussed tactics used by the political left that in his view slander conservatives.
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Audrey Kurth Cronin, "Power to the People"
7 minutesAudrey Kurth Cronin, International Security professor at American University, looked at how technology is changing violence and access to weapons.
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David Silverman, "This Land Is Their Land"
1 hour, 13 minutesGeorge Washington University history professor David Silverman recalled the peace treaty between the Plymouth colony and the Wampanoag tribe that started in 1621 and lasted until 1675 and included the "First Thanksgiving."