The American Bar Association hosted a virtual event on police reform with U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) and Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison. They talked about the use of qualified immunity, bridging the gap between police and the communities they serve, efforts to "defund the police," and how consent decrees and the use of "pattern and practice" can be effective tools in reforming police departments. When asked about federal involvement, Sen. Scott said that though the federal government does have a role to play, real and effective police reform starts at the local level.
The annual Aspen Institute Security Forum got underway virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. In this session, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Kelly Craft discussed the administration's policy toward China, Iran and North Korea. She also talked about the U.N.'s humanitarian aid efforts and its response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The annual Aspen Institute Security Forum got underway virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. In this session, technology and security experts talked about the impact of disinformation campaigns on the 2020 presidential campaign and the coronavirus pandemic.
The annual Aspen Institute Security Forum got underway virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. In this session, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison talked about his nation's response to the coronavirus pandemic. He also discussed security in the Indo-Pacific region and relations with China and India.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell gave his condolences to those impacted by the explosion in Beirut, Lebanon. He also criticized Senate Democrats on their version of the Coronavirus economic aid package.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer & Senator Richard Durbin criticized Senate Leader McConnell for not negotiating with Senate Democrats on a coronavirus bill. Sen. Durbin also spoke about reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic.
U.S. Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. He discussed the Trump administration's policy toward Iran and urged the U.N. Security Council to extend the international arms embargo on Iran. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wendy Sherman, the former under secretary of State during the Obama administration, spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. She discussed Iran's nuclear program and U.S. policy toward Russia and North Korea. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Defense Secretary Mark Esper spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. He discussed the administration's strategy toward China, the president's decision to withdraw troops from Germany and the impact of COVID-19 on the military. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Heritage Foundation and Federalist Society teamed up for a virtual discussion with two legal scholars who analyzed executive power and constitutional norms during the Trump administration. They compared some of President Trump's executive actions to that of his previous predecessors.
A Senate subcommittee convened a hearing to examine protecting free speech and preventing violent demonstrations. Several members talked about the rise in demonstrations by groups like antifa and white supremacists groups. Oregon Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) delivered remarks on the decision to send federal police officers into Portland. Witnesses included federal government officials from Homeland Security, social justice advocates and legal scholars. During this portion of the hearing, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), who chairs the full committee, said if the government had not intervened in Portland, the violent protesters would have "burned the god damn thing down."
U.S. Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. He discussed the Trump administration's policy toward Iran and urged the U.N. Security Council to extend the international arms embargo on Iran. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wendy Sherman, the former under secretary of State during the Obama administration, spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. She discussed Iran's nuclear program and U.S. policy toward Russia and North Korea. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Defense Secretary Mark Esper spoke at the annual Aspen Institute Security Forum. He discussed the administration's strategy toward China, the president's decision to withdraw troops from Germany and the impact of COVID-19 on the military. The event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Heritage Foundation and Federalist Society teamed up for a virtual discussion with two legal scholars who analyzed executive power and constitutional norms during the Trump administration. They compared some of President Trump's executive actions to that of his previous predecessors.
A Senate subcommittee convened a hearing to examine protecting free speech and preventing violent demonstrations. Several members talked about the rise in demonstrations by groups like antifa and white supremacists groups. Oregon Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) delivered remarks on the decision to send federal police officers into Portland. Witnesses included federal government officials from Homeland Security, social justice advocates and legal scholars. During this portion of the hearing, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), who chairs the full committee, said if the government had not intervened in Portland, the violent protesters would have "burned the god damn thing down."
