C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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House Hearing on Small Business Loans & COVID-19
1 hour, 59 minutesThe House Small Business Committee held a hearing on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which was created to provide assistance for small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. James Rivera, associate administrator of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Disaster Officer testified that the agency has distributed $147 billion in loans to 6.8 billion small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, which he says is more than the total amount of loans dispersed in the 67 year history of the SBA. While acknowledging the scope of disaster relief provided, representatives criticized the agency for long wait times in receiving loans, poor communication with businesses during the loan application process, and a $150,000 cap on loans. During her opening statement, Chair Nydia Velazquez (D-NY) also criticized the Senate for passing an extension on the Paycheck Protection Program, saying there is not enough information yet to make a decision on an extension.
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Hearing on Incident with U.S. Park Police & Protesters
2 hours, 20 minutesThe House Natural Resources Committee held a hearing examining the incident between U.S. Park Police and protesters near the White House at Lafayette Square on June 1st. Law Enforcement officials advanced on protesters who had gathered in the park to protest the death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minneapolis. Shortly after police cleared protesters, President Trump walked from the White House to St. John's Episcopal Church to hold a Bible and pose for pictures with members of his administration. During the hearing a protester and a reporter, who were in the park at the time, claimed the protests had been peaceful and that they heard no warning before police began to advance on protesters. Jonathan Turley, a George Washington University law professor, stated it was unclear if plans to clear the park were connected to President Trump's visit to St. John's Church. Mr. Turley called for further investigation to better understand the actions of law enforcement and protesters t
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President Trump Holds News Conference
24 minutesPresident Trump holds a news conference at the White House.
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U.S. Senate: 07/02/2020
7 hours, 28 minutesThe Senate resumes debate on the nomination of Russell Vought to be the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Senators will also continue work on the $740.5 billion 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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U.S. Senate: Sanction Against China for National Security Law in Hong Kong
22 minutesThe Senate passes a bill by unanimous consent to sanction China in response to imposing a new national security law in Hong Kong. Thebill now heads to the White House for the President's signature.
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House Subcommittee Briefing on Violence Against Protesters & Journalists
2 hours, 9 minutesThe House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties held a virtual briefing on violence against protesters and journalists in the wake of the death of George Floyd. Speakers included protesters and journalists who were shot by police during peaceful demonstrations, including LaToya Ratlieff, great-niece of civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer, who described being shot in the face with rubber bullets by police. Rep. Raskin (D-MD), who chairs the subcommittee, also commented on the actions of the National Guard against protesters convening near the White House on June 1. In his opening remarks, he said the president's actions at St. John's Church that evening amid the violence against protesters,was the "most grotesque photo op in the history of the United States."
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CSIS Discussion on Racial Injustice as National Security Threat
1 hour, 4 minutesThe Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted a virtual discussion on how racial injustice and inequality can impact national security. They discussed how diversity is viewed as an asset on the international stage, the ways civic engagement has played an essential role in creating change, and how education can be utilized to better inform our understanding of the world. Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson (Obama Administration, 2013-17) delivered keynote remarks.
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House Coronavirus Select Subcommittee Hearing on National Stockpile
2 hours, 14 minutesThe House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis held a hearing on the Strategic National Stockpile with the leader of the Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force, Rear Adm. John Polowczyk. He's joined by Adm. Brett Giroir from the Health and Human Services Department and Kevin Fahey, assistant defense secretary for acquisition. Questions focused on the procurement of the national stockpile, China's lack of transparency during the pandemic, and U.S. preparedness for the spike in the positive COVID-19 cases. "We are not flattening the curve right now," said Adm. Giroir and went on to explain that the current outbreak was largely due to people under 35 in gatherings not protecting themselves.
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Campaign 2020: Sen. Kamala Harris D-CA Speaks on Police Reform with the Washington Post
20 minutesSenator Kamala Harris (D-CA) speaks with Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart about police and criminal justice reform. Sen. Harris was considered a potential running mate for Joe Biden, the 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. She deferred comment on that possibility, saying she wanted to focus on her work in the Senate, particularly on the federal government's response to the coronavirus pandemic as well as police and criminal justice reform.
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U.S. Senate: Sanction Against China for National Security Law in Hong Kong
20 minutesThe Senate passes a bill by unanimous consent to sanction China in response to imposing a new national security law in Hong Kong. Thebill now heads to the White House for the President's signature.
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Senate Hearing on COVID-19 & the IRS
2 hours, 6 minutesInternal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Charles Rettig testified before the Senate Finance Committee about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the 2020 tax filing season. Commissioner Rettig discussed efforts to deliver payments owed to individual taxpayers and small businesses provided by the CARES Act. He also talked about some of the challenges the IRS faced related to these payments including a shortage in staffing due to stay-at-home orders, claims that have not yet been processed, as well as payments not made to those without bank accounts. Commissioner Rettig also discussed the 2020 tax filing deadline, which had been extending to July 15. Mr. Rettig explained why there would not be another extension for filing.
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House Coronavirus Select Subcommittee Hearing on National Stockpile
2 hours, 14 minutesThe House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis held a hearing on the Strategic National Stockpile with the leader of the Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force, Rear Adm. John Polowczyk. He's joined by Adm. Brett Giroir from the Health and Human Services Department and Kevin Fahey, assistant defense secretary for acquisition. Questions focused on the procurement of the national stockpile, China's lack of transparency during the pandemic, and U.S. preparedness for the spike in the positive COVID-19 cases. "We are not flattening the curve right now," said Adm. Giroir and went on to explain that the current outbreak was largely due to people under 35 in gatherings not protecting themselves.
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Campaign 2020: Sen. Kamala Harris D-CA Speaks on Police Reform with the Washington Post
19 minutesSenator Kamala Harris (D-CA) speaks with Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart about police and criminal justice reform. Sen. Harris was considered a potential running mate for Joe Biden, the 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. She deferred comment on that possibility, saying she wanted to focus on her work in the Senate, particularly on the federal government's response to the coronavirus pandemic as well as police and criminal justice reform.
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CSIS Discussion on Racial Injustice as National Security Threat
1 hour, 4 minutesThe Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted a virtual discussion on how racial injustice and inequality can impact national security. They discussed how diversity is viewed as an asset on the international stage, the ways civic engagement has played an essential role in creating change, and how education can be utilized to better inform our understanding of the world. Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson (Obama Administration, 2013-17) delivered keynote remarks.
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U.S. Senate: Sanction Against China for National Security Law in Hong Kong
19 minutesThe Senate passes a bill by unanimous consent to sanction China in response to imposing a new national security law in Hong Kong. Thebill now heads to the White House for the President's signature.
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Q&A: Ron Chernow, "Alexander Hamilton"
1 hour, 1 minuteRon Chernow talked about his book Alexander Hamilton, which was adapted into a Broadway musical. Mr. Chernow spoke about the success of the show, written by and starring Lin-Manuel Miranda, and about his experiences as the show's historical consultant.