C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Campaign 2020: Discussion on Presidential Transitions
2 hours, 56 minutesFormer senior officials from Presidents George H.W. Bush to Barack Obama's administrations joined a virtual discussion on presidential transitions. Several topics were explored, including reaction to news of President Trump testing positive for the coronavirus, the transition from campaigning to governing, the relationship with an outgoing administration and working with career officials, who understand the demands of the White House. Panelists also discussed how a Biden administration would transition under the coronavirus pandemic and stressed that a peaceful transition is the key to bringing stability to the nation.
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House Minority Leader McCarthy Holds Press Conference
8 minutesHouse Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy discussed protections for social media companies and coronavirus relief legislation during a press conference. Minority Leader McCarthy said it was time to reconsider Section 230 protections, which gives information platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Google liability protections related to content posted on their sites. The minority leader made these statements after Facebook and Twitter blocked users from sharing a New York Post story related to Hunter Biden and his involvement with the Ukrainian company Burisma. Leader McCarthy also answered questions about the possibility of passing coronavirus relief legislation.
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Brookings Discussion on the Intelligence Community's Role in Predicting COVID-19
1 hour, 1 minuteThe Brookings Institution holds a virtual event on the intelligence communities role in predicting the coronavirus pandemic.
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House Oversight Hearing on Tax Avoidance & the IRS
2 hours, 16 minutesThe House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight held a hearing on tax avoidance and the role the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) plays in enforcing tax law. The subcommittee discussed President Trump's tax returns and making changes to the U.S. tax code that could prevent wealthy tax payers from taking advantage of existing loopholes to decrease the amount of taxes they pay. Also discussed during the hearing, were several issues facing the IRS including its funding, tax audits, and tax inequities facing minorities and low income Americans.
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Cato Institute Discussion on First Amendment
1 hour, 3 minutesA group of law professors and scholars discussed free speech and First Amendment cases in the Supreme Court. The discussion, hosted by the Cato Institute, looked at several issues presented before the Court and the confirmation hearing underway for the president's pick, Judge Amy Coney Barrett.
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Joint House Hearing on Biological Security
1 hour, 45 minutesA House Armed Services subcommittee and House Foreign Affairs subcommittee held a hybrid hearing on strengthening biological security. Members questioned Department of Defense and State Department officials on the country's readiness for a biological attack, department response to COVID-19 and foreign adversaries using chemical agents against opponents. Members also offered their thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery from COVID-19 to President Trump and the first lady.
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Council on Foreign Relations Discussion on COVID-19 and Pandemic Preparedness
1 hour, 1 minuteThe 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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NASA Administrator Bridenstine Testifies on Future Missions
1 hour, 45 minutesNASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine testified before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee on future NASA missions and changes the agency has made during the coronavirus pandemic. He spoke on several topics, including the investment in the future of NASA, public and private partnerships, and how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted NASA operations. Administrator Bridenstine also discussed upcoming missions, including the Artemis program, which will see the first woman to land on the moon by 2024.
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Campaign 2020: South Carolina U.S. Senate Debate
53 minutesSouth Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham (R) and challenger Jaime Harrison (D) took part in a televised forum. The original debate format was changed due to a disagreement between the candidates over taking COVID-19 tests, and the candidates ended up participating in two separate 30-minute forums, rather than a face-to-face debate. From WSPA-TV in Spartanburg, this was hosted by the Nexstar Media Group and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce.
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Washington Journal: Mike Davis
17 minutesMike Davis, founder and president of the Article III Project, discussed Campaign 2020 and the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court.
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House Hearing on the Spread of Online Misinformation
1 hour, 37 minutesThe House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence held a virtual hearing on stopping the spread of misinformation online. Experts in social media, national security, and intelligence testified to the rise of disinformation campaigns and those supported by foreign actors, such as Russia and China. They also spoke about the responsibility of media platforms, the role the federal government should play, and the prevalence of conspiracy groups, such as QAnon, and how they use misinformation to manipulate and distort the truth.
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Brookings Discussion on the Intelligence Community's Role in Predicting COVID-19
1 hour, 4 minutesThe Brookings Institution hosted a virtual discussion, which explored the importance of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in predicting crisis like COVID-19 and the role of the CIA Director. Author Chris Whipple spoke about his recently released book, "The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future." He talked about warnings in the 2019 World Wide Threat Assessment, which predicted a deadly pandemic, and Mr. Whipple contrasted the intelligence regarding the coronavirus to that of September 11th. The conversation also included discussion of the intelligence surrounding weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, and the killings of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani and terrorist Imad Mughniyeh.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci Discusses COVID-19 Pandemic & Public Health Policy
42 minutesDr. Anthony Fauci, Director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases discussed the coronavirus pandemic and public health policy at a Johns Hopkins University virtual event. He talked about the current trends in the pandemic, the role that university plays in health policy, and differentiating between politics and policy when it comes to science.
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Rep. Jayapal Discussion with The Patriotic Millionaires on Taxing the Rich
1 hour, 4 minutesA group called "The Patriotic Millionaires" hosted a virtual discussion on taxing the wealthy, the U.S. tax code, and income inequality. Delivering keynote remarks was Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), who spoke about the need for a fair tax code for all Americans, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.
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House Hearing on Voting Rights & Misinformation
1 hour, 5 minutesA House Administration subcommittee held a virtual hearing with election officials and voting experts on combating misinformation in the 2020 election. Witnesses included U.S. Election Assistance Commission Chair Benjamin Hovland, Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Board of Elections Member Inajo Davis Chappell and Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies President Spencer Overton. The witnesses talked about how states were preparing for the November elections, what they were doing to combat rampant misinformation, particularly on social media platforms, and where voters can get reliable information to plan their vote. No Republicans on the committee participated in the hearing.
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Campaign 2020: Georgia 6th District U.S. House Debate
29 minutesCandidates for Georgia's 6th Congressional District, Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA) and Karen Handel (R) participated in a televised debate. Atlanta Press Club and GPB-TV sponsored the event. Rep. McBath (D) narrowly defeated Rep. Handel (R-GA) in 2018. Rep. Handel was the iincumbent at the time. Their face-off in November is expected to be one of the most closely watched U.S. House contests.
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House Hearing on the Spread of Online Misinformation
1 hour, 38 minutesThe House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence held a virtual hearing on stopping the spread of misinformation online. Experts in social media, national security, and intelligence testified to the rise of disinformation campaigns and those supported by foreign actors, such as Russia and China. They also spoke about the responsibility of media platforms, the role the federal government should play, and the prevalence of conspiracy groups, such as QAnon, and how they use misinformation to manipulate and distort the truth.
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Brookings Discussion on the Intelligence Community's Role in Predicting COVID-19
1 hour, 3 minutesThe Brookings Institution hosted a virtual discussion, which explored the importance of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in predicting crisis like COVID-19 and the role of the CIA Director. Author Chris Whipple spoke about his recently released book, "The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future." He talked about warnings in the 2019 World Wide Threat Assessment, which predicted a deadly pandemic, and Mr. Whipple contrasted the intelligence regarding the coronavirus to that of September 11th. The conversation also included discussion of the intelligence surrounding weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, and the killings of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani and terrorist Imad Mughniyeh.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci Discusses COVID-19 Pandemic & Public Health Policy
40 minutesDr. Anthony Fauci, Director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases discussed the coronavirus pandemic and public health policy at a Johns Hopkins University virtual event. He talked about the current trends in the pandemic, the role that university plays in health policy, and differentiating between politics and policy when it comes to science.
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Rep. Jayapal Discussion with The Patriotic Millionaires on Taxing the Rich
1 hour, 3 minutesA group called "The Patriotic Millionaires" hosted a virtual discussion on taxing the wealthy, the U.S. tax code, and income inequality. Delivering keynote remarks was Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), who spoke about the need for a fair tax code for all Americans, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Campaign 2020: Georgia 6th District U.S. House Debate
30 minutesCandidates for Georgia's 6th Congressional District, Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA) and Karen Handel (R) participated in a televised debate. Atlanta Press Club and GPB-TV sponsored the event. Rep. McBath (D) narrowly defeated Rep. Handel (R-GA) in 2018. Rep. Handel was the iincumbent at the time. Their face-off in November is expected to be one of the most closely watched U.S. House contests.
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House Hearing on Voting Rights & Misinformation
1 hour, 3 minutesA House Administration subcommittee held a virtual hearing with election officials and voting experts on combating misinformation in the 2020 election. Witnesses included U.S. Election Assistance Commission Chair Benjamin Hovland, Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Board of Elections Member Inajo Davis Chappell and Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies President Spencer Overton. The witnesses talked about how states were preparing for the November elections, what they were doing to combat rampant misinformation, particularly on social media platforms, and where voters can get reliable information to plan their vote. No Republicans on the committee participated in the hearing.