C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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U.S. Senate: Sens. Paul, Harris, Booker & Murkowsi on Anti-Lynching Bill
36 minutesKentucky Republican Rand Paul spoke about his amendment to an anti-lynching bill, saying that the current bill is too broad and that laws already exist to deal with lynching. He was followed by California Democrat Kamala Harris who says that the idea that the Senate isn't taking lynching seriously was offensive. She went on to describe the incidents that led to the orignial anti-lynching bill, and questioned why Sen. Paul felt the need to amend the bill at this time. She was followed by Sen. Cory Booker, who also spoke about the original anti-lynching bill, and objected to Sen. Paul's amendment "on behalf of my ancestors." Sen. Paul then responded, continuing to say that the current bill needs to be amended. Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski then thanked Sens. Booker and Harris for their comments.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. McConnell on PPP, Tianenmen Anniversary & China
14 minutesSenate Majority Leader McConnell started the day by talking about the passage of revisions to the Paycheck Protection Program. He went on to pay tribute to those killed in Tiananmen Square 31 years ago and talked about current Chinese policy.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Cotton on Anniversary of Tiananmen Square and Protests in Hong Kong
7 minutesSen. Cotton spoke about the Chinese Government's crack down on protesters 31 years ago in Tiananmen Square and currently in Hong Kong, and calls for the U.S. to admit Hong Kong immigrants.
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Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Impact on College Students
2 hours, 21 minutesThe Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee held a hearing on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on colleges and universities. Several college and university presidents testified about their plans to reopen in the fall and the challenges they face. They discussed the importance of the financial assistance provided by the CARES Act, and stressed the importance of addressing the hardships that minority students and those of lower socio-economic status are facing due to the coronavirus pandemic including access to food, housing and internet access. Also testifying was American Public Health Association Executive Director Georges Benjamin, who stressed that college campuses will have cases of COVID-19 in the fall and expressed how important it would be to have a plan to respond.
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Attorney General Holds Briefing on Protests Across U.S.
1 hour, 5 minutesAttorney General William Barr and federal officials held a news conference on the government's response to protests across America in response to the death of George Floyd. The attorney general said federal law enforcement continues to protect Americans who are peacefully protesting but is actively pursing those who are using this moment to loot and cause violence. He said law enforcement agencies are investigating extremist groups that have been accused of instigating violence and vandalism. Attorney General Barr and FBI Director Christopher Wray also spoke about foreign actors sowing discord by spreading disinformation and inciting violence on social media platforms. He also commented on the controversy surrounding President Trump's photo-op at St. John's Church after protesters where forcefully removed, saying the president should be able to walk out of the White House and visit the church if he chooses.
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George Floyd Memorial Service in Minneapolis
1 hour, 35 minutesRev. Al Sharpton was among those who spoke at a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis. While delivering his eulogy, Rev. Sharpton indirectly addressed the president's photo op in front of St. John's Episcopal Church in Washington, DC. "We cannot use bibles as a prop. And for those that have agendas that are not about justice, this family will not let you use George as a prop," he said.
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Washington Journal: Open Phones
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Axios Conversation with Rep. Rush, St. Paul Mayor & NAACP President
51 minutesRep. Bobby Rush (D-IL), St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter and NAACP President Derrick Johnson join Axios for a conversation on policing and racial inequality.
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CDC Director Robert Redfield Testifies on Coronavirus Response
2 hours, 46 minutesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Robert Redfield testified before a House Appropriations subcommittee on the federal government's coronavirus response. Committee members questioned Dr. Redfield on a range of issues including contact tracing, CDC coronavirus data reporting, vaccine development and efforts to address health disparities in minority communities. On COVID-19 contact tracing, the CDC director said the U.S. needs a public health workforce of 30,000 to 100,000 people by September 2020. When asked about the potential of the coronavirus spreading due to protests, Dr. Redfield said the CDC has strongly advocated for the ability of protesters to have masks and would also raise the issue of tear gas and chemical agents at the next White House Coronavirus Task Force meeting.
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Senate Hearing on Infrastructure Legislation Helping Economic Recovery
1 hour, 56 minutesThe Senate Environment and Public Works Committee held a hearing on how infrastructure legislation can help the economy recover from the coronavirus pandemic. Senators and panelists discussed the best way to fund infrastructure, providing jobs to those laid off due to coronavirus and the importance of public transportation. Throughout the hearing, there was bipartisan agreement for solutions to the various issues surrounding infrastructure.
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Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting on Subpoenas Related to the FBI's Russia Investigation
1 hour, 58 minutesThe Senate Judiciary Committee met to consider authorizing subpoenas for individuals involved in the FBI's "Crossfire Hurricane" investigation into possible ties between the Trump campaign and Russian officials. The committee debated the subpoenas and the manner in which they were seeking to authorize them, however, Chair Lindsey Graham (R-SC) decided to postpone the vote until the following week. The committee also debated and voted on the nomination of Judge Justin Walker to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit. Judge Walker was favorably reported out of committee, 12-10, on a party-line vote.
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Washington Journal: Dr. Michael Saag
1 hour, 5 minutesDr. Michael Saag, Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine Professor & Infectious Disease Division Director, discussed the latest on the U.S. coronavirus response.
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Washington Journal: Eugene O'Donnell
59 minutesJohn Jay College of Criminal Justice Lecturer and former NYPD officer Eugene O'Donnell discussed policing in the U.S. following George Floyd's killing and ensuing protests.
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CDC Director Robert Redfield Testifies on Coronavirus Response
2 hours, 45 minutesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Robert Redfield testified before a House Appropriations subcommittee on the federal government's coronavirus response. Committee members questioned Dr. Redfield on a range of issues including contact tracing, CDC coronavirus data reporting, vaccine development and efforts to address health disparities in minority communities. On COVID-19 contact tracing, the CDC director said the U.S. needs a public health workforce of 30,000 to 100,000 people by September 2020. When asked about the potential of the coronavirus spreading due to protests, Dr. Redfield said the CDC has strongly advocated for the ability of protesters to have masks and would also raise the issue of tear gas and chemical agents at the next White House Coronavirus Task Force meeting.
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Ford Foundation President Darren Walker at Duke University
1 hour, 11 minutesFord Foundation President Darren Walker discussed philanthropy, inequality and justice at a Duke University event in Durham, North Carolina.
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Washington Journal: Dr. Michael Saag
1 hour, 5 minutesDr. Michael Saag, Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine Professor & Infectious Disease Division Director, discussed the latest on the U.S. coronavirus response.
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Washington Journal: Eugene O'Donnell
59 minutesJohn Jay College of Criminal Justice Lecturer and former NYPD officer Eugene O'Donnell discussed policing in the U.S. following George Floyd's killing and ensuing protests.
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CDC Director Robert Redfield Testifies on Coronavirus Response
2 hours, 45 minutesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Robert Redfield testified before a House Appropriations subcommittee on the federal government's coronavirus response. Committee members questioned Dr. Redfield on a range of issues including contact tracing, CDC coronavirus data reporting, vaccine development and efforts to address health disparities in minority communities. On COVID-19 contact tracing, the CDC director said the U.S. needs a public health workforce of 30,000 to 100,000 people by September 2020. When asked about the potential of the coronavirus spreading due to protests, Dr. Redfield said the CDC has strongly advocated for the ability of protesters to have masks and would also raise the issue of tear gas and chemical agents at the next White House Coronavirus Task Force meeting.
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Ford Foundation President Darren Walker at Duke University
1 hour, 10 minutesFord Foundation President Darren Walker discussed philanthropy, inequality and justice at a Duke University event in Durham, North Carolina.