C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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House Oversight Hearing on the IRS Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
2 hours, 24 minutesIRS Commissioner Charles Rettig testified before a House Oversight and Reform subcommittee on the role of the IRS during the coronavirus pandemic as well as the financial condition of the agency. Committee members asked about the cash stimulus payments authorized early in the pandemic response, how the agency was handling a backlog in mail and what technology infrastructure changes needed to be made. IRS National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins and GAO Information Technology and Cybersecurity Director Vijay D'Souza also testified.
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Campaign 2020: Washington Post Discussion on 2020 Election
34 minutesWashington Post political reporters discuss the vice presidential debate and other news around the 2020 election.
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Cindy McCain Discusses Civility at Restore Respect Conference
28 minutesCindy McCain, widow of the late Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) spoke about the need for civility across the nation at the Restoring Respect conference. She also spoke about Sen. McCain's thoughts on politics and civility before he passed away from cancer.
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CSIS Discussion on U.S. North Korea Policy
49 minutesThe Center for Strategic and International Studies hosts a virtual discussion on U.S. policy towards North Korea.
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House Hearing on NASA Cybersecurity During Coronavirus
1 hour, 11 minutesThe House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics held a hearing about NASA cybersecurity threats during the coronavirus pandemic. NASA Inspector General Paul Martin testified about the agency's ongoing need to combat threats from domestic and international bad actors. Mr. Martin discussed the challenges facing the NASA including weaknesses in the network due to its reliance on outside institutions such as private companies and universities, the use of personal devices to access NASA's secure networks, and the agency's attempts to centralize its information technology systems. NASA Chief Information Officer (CIO) Jeff Seaton highlighted the agency's ongoing efforts to secure its networks and discussed the challenges presented as 90% of its workforce is teleworking during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Discusses Role of the Court
57 minutesSupreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer discusses the role of the Court at an event hosted by the Kennedy Institute.
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World Bank Discussion on COVID-19 Economic Recovery
59 minutesThe World Bank Group hosted a virtual discussion with global financial leaders on the economic recovery from COVID-19. The group discussed the World Banks' plans on how to help developing nations recover from the pandemic's economic fallout, the long-term impact of children not attending in-person classes and addressing climate change.
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Senate Hearing on Defense Dept. Supply Chain Readiness & Integrity
1 hour, 25 minutesA Senate Armed Services subcommittee held a hearing to examine the Defense Department's supply chain readiness and integrity. Defense Under Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment Ellen Lord engaged with senators on a host of topics. She also defended the department's use of coronavirus CARES Act funding after a Washington Post article alleged misuse.
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House Hearing on COVID-19 Vaccine Development
2 hours, 49 minutesPublic health experts testified before a virtual House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on efforts to develop a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. Witnesses included former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Mark McClellan, University of Nebraska Public Health Dean Dr. Ali Khan and Brown University Public Health Dean Dr. Ashish Jha. Panelists also discussed the FDA approval process, ongoing vaccine clinical trials, distribution plans and public confidence in a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Senate Finance Subcommittee Hearing on Fiscal Responsibility & Economic Growth
1 hour, 39 minutesU.S. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro and Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Phillip Swagel testified on the country's fiscal outlook before the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth. They discussed the main drivers of the national debt and how best to get it under control in order to put the country on steadier fiscal footing.
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House Hearing on PPP Loan Forgiveness Process
1 hour, 9 minutesA House Small Business subcommittee held a hearing on the Paycheck Protection Program's (PPP) loan forgiveness process. Small business owners testified about their experiences applying for PPP loan forgiveness explaining the process could be confusing and onerous. They also talked about the challenges their businesses have faced during the coronavirus pandemic including having to lay off employees and facing potential closures. A banker, who has been processing PPP loans, also testified, calling for more clarity for lenders and warned that lenders may not be willing to process additional loans because of doubt surrounding future federal PPP funding.
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Campaign 2020: Vice President Pence Campaigns in Peoria, AZ.
41 minutesVice President Pence hosted a campaign rally in Peoria, Arizona. He was introduced by his wife, Karen Pence. The vice president's appearance came a day after his only debate with Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA), the Democratic challenger in his reelection campaign. He talked briefly about that debate, and then about a variety of campaign issues, including the Trump administration's record on coronavirus, judicial nominations, and the economy.
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Campaign 2020: Joe Biden & Sen. Kamala Harris D-CA Campaign in Arizona
36 minutes2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden and running mate Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) campaigned in Arizona the day after the vice presidential debate.
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Campaign 2020: Washington Post Discussion on 2020 Election
32 minutesWashington Post political reporters and columnists discuss the vice presidential debate and other 2020 election news.
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Michigan Gov. Whitmer Remarks on Kidnapping Plot
10 minutesMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) addressed a kidnapping plot uncovered by state and federal law enforcement. She said 13 members of two militia groups were facing charges for plotting to kidnap and "possibly kill" her. Governor Whitmer recalled President Trump's statement during the first presidential debate to "stand back and stand-by" and said they were heard as a "rallying cry" to white supremacists. The governor called on Michiganders to unite to fight against the coronavirus, which she said was the "real enemy."
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House Speaker Pelosi Holds News Conference
42 minutesHouse Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), joined by Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Frank Pallone (D-NJ), discussed the updated Heroes Act passed by the House and ongoing negotiations for the next round of coronavirus relief legislation. Speaker Pelosi discussed progress on discussions saying, "we're at the table," despite a tweet from President Trump declaring he was ending negotiations. When asked about providing relief for the airline industry, she drew a line saying, "there is no stand alone bill without a bigger bill." The speaker also questioned President Trump's fitness for office raising the option of the 25th Amendment and demanded to know the date of the president's last negative coronavirus test calling the White House a "hot spot" for the disease.
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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Discusses Role of the Court
56 minutesJustice Stephen Breyer talked about the role of the Supreme Court with MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber in a virtual discussion hosted by the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate. Justice Breyer spoke about the role of the federal judiciary and how the Supreme Court functions. He also reflected on his late colleague Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Campaign 2020: Minnesota 7th District House Debate
57 minutesCandidates for Minnesota's 7th Congressional District, Incumbent Rep. Collin Peterson (D-MN) and former Lt. Gov. Michelle Fischbach (R) participated in a debate sponsored by Prairie Public Broadcasting. Rep. Peterson has held this seat since 1991. Ms. Fischbach was the first female president of the Minnesota Senate.
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Council on Foreign Relations Discussion on COVID-19 and Pandemic Preparedness
1 hour, 2 minutesThe Council on Foreign Relations hosted a virtual event with members of their independent task force on preparing for the next pandemic. They discussed their recently launched report on the global response to COVID-19 and how best to prepare for future pandemics. They discussed several topics, including how COVID-19 became a pandemic, the World Health Organization, global health disparities, and the need for global, civic, and private partnerships. Among the participants were former Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell (Obama Administration, 2014-17) and Frances Townsend, former Homeland Security Adviser (G.W. Bush Administration, 2004-08).
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Campaign 2020: Discussion on Voting Rights & Mail-in Ballots
1 hour, 32 minutesThe American Bar Association held a virtual discussion with voting experts and election officials on the history of voting rights and the security of mail-in ballots. The panelists, including Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman (R) and Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum (D), spoke about how the states were preparing for a large increase in early voting and mail-in ballots in the 2020 election due to the coronavirus pandemic. The panelists also addressed viewers' questions about the voting process and security of the election.
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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Discusses Role of the Court
56 minutesJustice Stephen Breyer talked about the role of the Supreme Court with MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber in a virtual discussion hosted by the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate. Justice Breyer spoke about the role of the federal judiciary and how the Supreme Court functions. He also reflected on his late colleague Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Campaign 2020: Montana Governor's Debate
58 minutesMontana gubernatorial candidates, Rep. Greg Gianforte (R-MT) and Mike Cooney (D), participated in a televised debate. The event was sponsored by MontanaPBS.
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Council on Foreign Relations Discussion on COVID-19 and Pandemic Preparedness
1 hour, 2 minutesThe Council on Foreign Relations hosted a virtual event with members of their independent task force on preparing for the next pandemic. They discussed their recently launched report on the global response to COVID-19 and how best to prepare for future pandemics. They discussed several topics, including how COVID-19 became a pandemic, the World Health Organization, global health disparities, and the need for global, civic, and private partnerships. Among the participants were former Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell (Obama Administration, 2014-17) and Frances Townsend, former Homeland Security Adviser (G.W. Bush Administration, 2004-08).
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House Hearing on Federal Law Enforcement Cameras
1 hour, 54 minutesThe House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a virtual hearing to assess the use of cameras by federal law enforcement officials, specifically by the U.S. Park Police. In June 2020, the House passed legislation requiring uniformed federal police officers to wear body cameras and to have dashboard cameras in marked vehicles. Due to technical issues, the beginning of this hearing could not be shown.