C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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House Oversight Subcommittee Hearing on the U.S. Postal Service
2 hours, 31 minutesThe House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations held a hearing to examine actions taken by U.S. Postmaster General Lewis DeJoy since taking office in July 2020. Experts on the operations of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) discussed the need for improvements. They also expressed concern about changes Mr. DeJoy instituted and said he's politicized the post office. Former Federal Election Commission (FEC) Commissioner Ann Ravel (D), who served during the Obama Administration, and Former Chief White House Ethics Lawyer Richard Painter (I), who served during the George W. Bush Administration, also said there's a chance Mr. DeJoy may have committed a crime due to his ownership of a company that contracted its services to the USPS.
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Discussion on Justice Dept. Mission & Intersection with Politics
1 hour, 7 minutesTwo former federal counterterrorism officials and an investigative journalist once held captive by the Taliban discuss the Justice Department's mission and how the agency's work can appear to intersect with politics and a president's agenda. Other topics discussed included the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 presidential election and the potential for post-election litigation concerning the results. The Center on National Security at Fordham Law hosted the virtual conversation.
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Senate Committee Meeting on Subpoenas for Russia Investigation
24 minutesThe Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 8-6 in a party line vote to authorize Chair Ron Johnson (R-WI) to issue subpoenas and deposition with approximately 40 individuals involved in the Russia investigation. Prior to the vote, he told members of the committee that the public had a right to know the facts and accused the Democrats of orchestrating a "coordinated smear" and delay tactics by the ranking member, Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mi). Sen. Peters responded saying the committee should be focused on the coronavirus pandemic and called the proceedings a "partisan fishing expedition." The committee also voted on several nominees to the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board.
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U.S. Senate: 09/17/2020
7 hours, 18 minutesThe Senate meets for legislative business and is expected to continue voting on nominations for U.S. District Judges.
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Washington Journal: Sen. Pat Roberts
4 minutesSen. Pat Roberts discussed the opening today of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial in Washington, D.C.
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Senate Hearing on Student Aid Application
1 hour, 55 minutesThe Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee held a hearing on simplifying the student aid application known as Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA.) Senators and witnesses discussed the importance of shortening the FAFSA application and how it would benefit minority students and those from low income backgrounds. They also discussed how the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the higher education system and more students need for financial aid due to the unstable economy. Senators praised Chair Lamar Alexander's (R-TN) leadership on the committee and the issue. The hearing was mostly virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Dedication
1 hour, 35 minutesThe Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial is dedicated to the nation's 34th president, whose World War II leadership and two-term presidency are remembered at a site just off the National Mall and at the base of Capitol Hill.
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Washington Journal: Rep. Bruce Westerman
27 minutesRep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, discussed the western wildfires, climate change, and other news of the day.
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FBI Director Wray Testifies on National Security Threats
3 hours, 16 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray said Russian interference in U.S. elections continue but the methods are different from 2016. He added the intel community has seen active efforts by Russia through use of social media and online journals as well as other methods to bolster divide and discord among the public. Director Wray's comments came during a hearing before the House Homeland Security Committee examining global threats to the nation. He also outlined how the agency has changed its methods to combat election interference including working with social media companies like Facebook to remove bots and fake accounts trying to spread misinformation. Other topics discussed included homegrown terrorism and online radicalization and COVID-19 fraud. Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf was scheduled to testify but according to the committee chair, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Mr. Wolf declined because he's President Trump's nominee to be the agency's next secretary. Christopher Miller,
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Dedication
1 hour, 33 minutesThe Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial was dedicated to the nation's 34th president, whose World War II leadership and two-term presidency were remembered at a site just off the National Mall and at the base of Capitol Hill. Speakers included memorial designer Frank Gehry, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, family members David and Susan Eisenhower, and Eisenhower Memorial Commission chair Sen. Pat Roberts (R-Kansas).
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U.S. Senate: Senate Minority Leader Schumer on Coronavirus
12 minutesSenate Minority Leader Schumer spoke on the Senate floor criticizing President Trump on his latest remarks about the coronavirus pandemic. He blames President Trump for the number of deaths across the country due to the virus.
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FBI Director Wray Testifies on National Security Threats
3 hours, 19 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray said Russian interference in U.S. elections continue but the methods are different from 2016. He added the intel community has seen active efforts by Russia through use of social media and online journals as well as other methods to bolster divide and discord among the public. Director Wray's comments came during a hearing before the House Homeland Security Committee examining global threats to the nation. He also outlined how the agency has changed its methods to combat election interference including working with social media companies like Facebook to remove bots and fake accounts trying to spread misinformation. Other topics discussed included homegrown terrorism and online radicalization and COVID-19 fraud. Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf was scheduled to testify but according to the committee chair, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Mr. Wolf declined because he's President Trump's nominee to be the agency's next secretary. Christopher Miller,
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Senate Hearing on Google Online Ads & Market Competition
3 hours, 15 minutesA Senate Judiciary subcommittee examined Google's online advertising and its potential impact on market competition. The first panel heard from Google Global Partnerships and Corporate Development President Donald Harrison. Following his testimony, the committee heard from a second panel consisting of technology and trade association officials. Other topics addressed in the hearing included Google's online search engine, data privacy issues and antitrust legislation.