Brad Meltzer recounted the failed attempt to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln in Baltimore en route to his inauguration in 1861. This was a virtual program hosted by Books & Books bookstore in Coral Gables, Florida.
A House Ways & Means subcommittee held a virtual hearing focusing on efforts to provide tax relief for low-income workers, minorities, women and families impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Witnesses included representatives from the National Women's Law Center, Georgetown University's Poverty and Inequality Center, the American Enterprise Institute and Children's HealthWatch at Boston Medical Center.
Former Deputy National Security Adviser Ben Rhodes joined the UCLA Center for International Relations for a broad discussion on foreign policy and national security. Mr. Rhodes, who served in the Obama administration from 2009 to 2017, spoke about how 9/11 reshaped American politics and led to a series of national security and foreign policy decisions that influence the current political landscape, both domestically and abroad. He also talked about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the rise of China's influence.
Candidates in New York's 10th Congressional District race, Representative Jerry Nadler (D-NY) and Democratic challengers Jonathon Herzog and Lindsey Boylan, faced each other in a virtual debate hosted by Spectrum News NY1. The discussion focused on the COVID-19 response including the CARES Act and HEROES Act, federal funding for affordable housing, and criminal justice reform. Candidates were asked whether New York Mayor De Blasio should resign.
Senate Majority Leader McConnell started the week by castigating the House again for remaining out of session. He went on to talk about police reform, and praised Sen. Scott's proposal.
Senate Democratic Leader Schumer spoke about Democrats' legislation regarding police reform, and urged the Senate to consider it. He spoke against the Republican proposal, and said that it would do nothing to reform the use of force standards, among other issues. He then turned to the Covid pandemic, and noted that cases are rising, and commented on Pres. Trump's recent comments about slowing testing. Later, he talked about the situation regarding the firing of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and also asked for Leader McConnell to withdraw the judicial nomination of Cory Wilson, who he says won't do enough to protect voting rights.
The Lincoln Network hosted a virtual discussion on election security and cybersecurity threats in the midst of a pandemic. Panelists discussed the lessons learned from the primary season, absentee and mail-in voting ballots, security measures needed for the 2020 November election, and how the coronavirus pandemic creates new challenges in election security.
A House Ways & Means subcommittee held a virtual hearing focusing on efforts to provide tax relief for low-income workers, minorities, women and families impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Witnesses included representatives from the National Women's Law Center, Georgetown University's Poverty and Inequality Center, the American Enterprise Institute and Children's HealthWatch at Boston Medical Center.
The House Small Business Committee held a virtual hearing on the Paycheck Protection Program, part of Congress' response to the coronavirus pandemic. The hearing focused on how Congress can improve the program for small businesses, including loan forgiveness, grant programs, and specifically helping minority business owners. Witnesses testified about their experience with the program and gave suggestions on improvements and extensions to certain loans.
A House Ways & Means subcommittee held a virtual hearing focusing on efforts to provide tax relief for low-income workers, minorities, women and families impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Witnesses included representatives from the National Women's Law Center, Georgetown University's Poverty and Inequality Center, the American Enterprise Institute and Children's HealthWatch at Boston Medical Center.
The House Small Business Committee held a virtual hearing on the Paycheck Protection Program, part of Congress' response to the coronavirus pandemic. The hearing focused on how Congress can improve the program for small businesses, including loan forgiveness, grant programs, and specifically helping minority business owners. Witnesses testified about their experience with the program and gave suggestions on improvements and extensions to certain loans.
