Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward discussed President Trump's national and foreign policy decisions. This virtual event was sponsored by Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.
Federal Trade Commissioner Noah Phillips (R) talks about privacy, competition, antitrust policy regarding technology broadly and scams against the public during the coronavirus pandemic.
The House Financial Services Committee held a virtual hearing on providing federal financial aid for states and territories to help mitigate economic pressures and budgetary shortfalls caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Governors Tim Walz (D-MN), Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM), Laura Kelly (D-KS) and Lou Leon Guerrero (D-Guam) testified on their respective state's economic and budgetary needs. Douglas Holtz-Eakin, the former director of the Congressional Budget Office, also provided testimony on state budgetary needs and what steps the federal government can take to boost recovery efforts and prevent a worsening economic situation.
The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee held a hearing on mental health care and suicide prevention for veterans. The hearing was an opportunity for representatives from leading veterans organizations to provide input on the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019, which had recently been passed in the Senate and was expected to soon be taken up by the House.
The American Bar Association held a virtual discussion on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) recently proposed changes to the Communications Decency Act, which was written in 1996. Lauren Willard, counselor to Attorney General William Barr outlined the changes the changes to Section 230 of the act, which provides protections for internet service providers against lawsuits for content posted on their sites. Ms. Willard explained the proposed changes would require providers to be more transparent when removing content, while at the same time require platforms to more aggressively police illicit activities on their websites. Panelists also discussed the potential unintended consequences of removing Section 230 protections and the need to update internet regulations.
The Senate resumes debate on the nomination of Edward Meyers of Maryland to be a judge for a 15-year term on the US Court of Federal Claims. Senators are also expected to pay tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell paid tribute to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. He also talked about plans to move forward with considering a replacement to the Supreme Court once President Trump names a nominee.
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer paid tribute to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. He also reacted to Republican efforts to move forward with considering a replacement to the Supreme Court during an election year.
Federal Trade Commissioner Noah Phillips (R) talks about privacy, competition, antitrust policy regarding technology broadly and scams against the public during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioners testified before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on efforts to expand broadband access and other technology related issues. The commissioners answered a wide array of questions regarding rural and urban broadband access during the coronavirus pandemic, bridging the digital divide, the impact natural disasters are having on U.S. telecommunications infrastructure, and the FCC's ongoing efforts to update maps, which designate areas across the country that have poor high-speed internet connections. The commissioners stressed the importance of efforts to expand America's 5G network and explained how these efforts have helped keep America connected as many attend school and telework during the pandemic.
U.S. Senate candidates Rep. Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Barbara Bollier (D-KS) participated in a virtual debate. They are competing for Sen. Pat Roberts (R-KS) seat who announced he will not seek reelection. Kansas Radio Networks and WIBW Radio sponsored the event.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell paid tribute to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. He also talked about plans to move forward with considering a replacement to the Supreme Court once President Trump names a nominee.
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer paid tribute to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. He also reacted to Republican efforts to move forward with considering a replacement to the Supreme Court during an election year.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioners testified before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on efforts to expand broadband access and other technology related issues. The commissioners answered a wide array of questions regarding rural and urban broadband access during the coronavirus pandemic, bridging the digital divide, the impact natural disasters are having on U.S. telecommunications infrastructure, and the FCC's ongoing efforts to update maps, which designate areas across the country that have poor high-speed internet connections. The commissioners stressed the importance of efforts to expand America's 5G network and explained how these efforts have helped keep America connected as many attend school and telework during the pandemic.
U.S. Senate candidates Rep. Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Barbara Bollier (D-KS) participated in a virtual debate. They are competing for Sen. Pat Roberts (R-KS) seat who announced he will not seek reelection. Kansas Radio Networks and WIBW Radio sponsored the event.
