Amgen CEO Robert Bradway, Novartis U.S. Country President Thomas Kendris and Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals CEO Mark Trudeau testified on prescription drug pricing before the House Oversight and Reform Committee. Members pressed the pharmaceutical executives on why the retail price of their drugs frequently increase and at a rate that far exceeds inflation. The drug makers defended the price hikes as the cost of doing research and development and talked about price-reduction programs that their companies offer. This was the second day of a two-part hearing with pharmaceutical executives.
The House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight held a virtual hearing to discuss the Affordable Care Act. Health Insurance experts including Andy Slavitt, who was in charge of implementing the Affordable Care Act during the Obama Administration, testified about the impact of the health insurance plan and how states like New Jersey and Colorado are providing coverage through state-run insurance portals. Witnesses also discussed ensuring coverage for patients with pre-existing conditions, ways to improve the Affordable Care Act, and the importance of health insurance during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee held a hearing to examine the VA MISSION Act and review its implementation since becoming law in June 2018. The committee was particularly interested in the implementation of provisions pertaining to community caregivers. Witnesses included executives from TriWest Healthcare Alliance and OptumServe as well as representatives from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, including the caregiver of a Vietnam War veteran. Representatives from the Veterans Affairs Department declined an invitation to testify at the hearing.
Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David Stilwell discusses U.S. relations with China at an event hosted by the Hoover Institution.
The Bipartisan Policy Center held a virtual panel discussion with election experts on what to expect on Election Day. The panelists talked about changes to the voting process, how voters can safely and securely submit ballots, and what Americans can anticipate when it comes to the reporting of election results.
Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN) and Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) joined the Hudson Institute to talk about the congressional Future of Defense Task Force report's findings. Both lawmakers agreed that the U.S. needs to address some shortfalls in order to continue being the top military power. These shortfalls include investing in artificial intelligence, adapting to new operational concepts and eliminating old legacy defense systems. The two also urged the public to read the report.
Retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, who was the National Security Council's European Affairs Director in the Trump administration and testified against President Trump during his impeachment, participated in a virtual discussion hosted by Jews United for Democracy and Justice. Interviewed by Council on Foreign Relations Senior Fellow Max Boot, Mr. Vindman spoke about his decision to report details about a "quid pro quo" he says President Trump offered the president of Ukraine and the impact that decision has had on his life.
President Trump delivers remarks at a campaign rally in Rochester, MN. His campaign is attempting to flip the state, which Democrat Hillary Clinton won by less than two points in 2016.
White House National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow spoke about the U.S. economy and the status of coronavirus relief negotiations during a virtual conversation with The Washington Post. Mr. Kudlow discussed the record 7.4% GDP growth in the third quarter, calling the economic recovery in the U.S. "self-sustaining" and warned against another shutdown of the economy. He also spoke about negotiations between House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, saying further discussions would only happen after the presidential election.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) updated reporters on Capitol Hill on the Democrat's legislative priorities and focus, days before the presidential election. She said Democrats were confident, calm and prepared for a Biden presidency and talked about how the former vice president would lead the country in health care, the coronavirus pandemic and environmental issues. She told reporters that President Trump was leading the country on a "deadly path" and that his efforts to place doubt on the credibility of the election were "appalling".
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.
Heritage Foundation senior fellow Mike Gonzalez argued that identity politics is dividing America. This virtual event was hosted by the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C.
MSNBC political analyst Zerlina Maxwell offered her thoughts on identity politics and how to create a more inclusive Democratic party. She was interviewed by Maria Kumar CEO and founding President of Voto Latino.
Lynette and Rochelle Hardaway, known as Diamond and Silk, are supporters of President Trump and discussed their book "Uprising" and took viewer phone calls.
American University professor W. Joseph Campbell talked about the history of polling and its impact on presidential races. This virtual event was hosted by the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature.
Jordan Blashek, a veteran and Republican, and Christopher Haugh, a Democrat and former State Department speechwriter, spoke about their road trip across America to find commonality. This virtual event was hosted by Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, California.
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.
Heritage Foundation senior fellow Mike Gonzalez argued that identity politics is dividing America. This virtual event was hosted by the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C.
MSNBC political analyst Zerlina Maxwell offered her thoughts on identity politics and how to create a more inclusive Democratic party. She was interviewed by Maria Kumar CEO and founding President of Voto Latino.
Lynette and Rochelle Hardaway, known as Diamond and Silk, are supporters of President Trump and discussed their book "Uprising" and took viewer phone calls.
American University professor W. Joseph Campbell talked about the history of polling and its impact on presidential races. This virtual event was hosted by the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature.
Jordan Blashek, a veteran and Republican, and Christopher Haugh, a Democrat and former State Department speechwriter, spoke about their road trip across America to find commonality. This virtual event was hosted by Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, California.