C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Jim Popkin, "Code Name Blue Wren - The True Story of America
1 hour, 0 minuteInvestigative journalist Jim Popkin talked about the life and career of Defense Intelligence Agency analyst Ana Montes who was a spy for Cuba for nearly 17 years. This event was hosted by Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.
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About Books: Artificial Intelligence and the Publishing Industry
31 minutesPublishing analyst and consultant Thad McIlroy talked about the impact artificial intelligence might have on the publishing industry. About Books also reported on the latest publishing industry news and current non-fiction books.
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Former DEA Agent & Others Testify on Crime at the Southern Border
3 hours, 8 minutesFormer Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) special agent and other immigration and national security professionals testified on immigration and transnational criminal organizations before the House Homeland Security Committee. Topics included combating the cartels and U.S.-based gangs connected to the cartels, child trafficking and the fentanyl crisis.
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Health Advocates Testify on Improving Organ Transplant System
1 hour, 46 minutesTransplant recipients and organ procurement professionals testified on the effectiveness of the organ transplant system before the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health Care. They discussed the consequences of failures within the organ transplant system, addressed inequities among rural areas and minority patients on the organ transplant waitlist, and proposed legislation to dissolve the monopolization of the organ transplant industry by United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
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CIA Director on Global Security Challenges
42 minutesCIA Director William Burns discussed global security challenges at the Aspen Security Forum in Aspen, Colorado. In regard to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, he said the Ukrainian counteroffensive was going slowly, but believed Ukraine would be able to make advances. He also discussed a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan, why he thought Africa was an underrated challenge, and his thoughts on the now-deceased Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi being one of the "creepiest" world leaders. Director Burns was interviewed by NPR's Mary Louise Kelly.
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Senate Judiciary Committee Considers Supreme Court Ethics Bill
3 hours, 7 minutesThe Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a bill along party lines that aims to establish a code of ethics for the Supreme Court. Throughout the markup Republican members voiced their opposition and offered up amendments. Only one of them passed with bipartisan support, which condemns racist comments against the justices. Supreme Court ethics became a hot topic after recent news reports revealed ethics concerns with Justices Clarence Thomas' and Samuel Alito's trips and Justice Sonia Sotomayor's book sales.
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Leaders of Military Academies Testify on Curriculum & Admissions
2 hours, 2 minutesThe superintendents of West Point, Navy and the Air Force academies testified on their admissions process and curriculum before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Topics addressed included the importance of diversity, affirmative action, and the role of standardized testing in admissions. This hearing occurred after the Supreme Court ruled to end affirmative action usage at public universities and colleges.
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Gov. Murphy and Others Discuss Youth Mental Health and Maternal Health Care
1 hour, 17 minutesNational Governor's Association (NGA) Chair Gov. Phil Murphy (D-NJ) and his wife, first lady of New Jersey Tammy Murphy, discussed efforts made in strengthening youth mental health and maternal health care during the NGA's annual meeting in Atlantic City. They were joined by medical and health care professionals from CVS Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Among the topics discussed were the importance of investing in community services and resources, including mental health care alongside the physical care of children, equity and accessibility, and training and educating the mental health workforce.
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Federal Trade Commission Chair Speaks at Economic Club of New York
53 minutesFederal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan addressed consumer protections and the marketplace during an event hosted by Economic Club of New York. After her remarks, she sat down with former White House Budget Director Peter Orszag (Obama administration, 2009-10) for a conversation on FTC policy and ensuring a fair and transparent marketplace. Several topics were discussed, including impacts of consolidation and monopolies on competition, advancing innovation, corporate merger oversight, and the prime responsibility of the commission.
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Washington Journal: Erin Doherty
10 minutesAxios political reporter Erin Doherty previews the week ahead on the 2024 campaign trail.
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Hearing on the Use of AI in the Military and Combat
1 hour, 36 minutesScale AI CEO Alexandr Wang, and witnesses specializing inartificial intelligence (AI) and national security, testified on using AI for military combat before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technology and Innovation. Topics included AI ethics, cyber threats, data used to train AI, the importance of collaboration between allies, and how the use of AI impacts democratic vs. communist values.
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Leaders of Military Academies Testify on Curriculum & Admissions
2 hours, 2 minutesThe superintendents of West Point, Navy and the Air Force academies testified on their admissions process and curriculum before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Topics addressed included the importance of diversity, affirmative action, and the role of standardized testing in admissions. This hearing occurred after the Supreme Court ruled to end affirmative action usage at public universities and colleges.
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CIA Director on Global Security Challenges
44 minutesCIA Director William Burns discussed global security challenges at the Aspen Security Forum in Aspen, Colorado. In regard to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, he said the Ukrainian counteroffensive was going slowly, but believed Ukraine would be able to make advances. He also discussed a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan, why he thought Africa was an underrated challenge, and his thoughts on the now-deceased Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi being one of the "creepiest" world leaders. Director Burns was interviewed by NPR's Mary Louise Kelly.
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Council of Economic Advisers Chair on Pres. Biden's Economic Agenda
33 minutesJared Bernstein, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, joined The Washington Post for a virtual discussion on President Biden's economic agenda, described as "Bidenomics" by the administration. Chair Bernstein lauded the president's economic performance, citing data of reduced inflation and a low unemployment rate. He also said that "Bidenomics" will be remembered by a, "transformational shift in domestic production of clean energy products, of electric vehicles, of batteries," which he attributed to public-private investments. Also, when asked by The Washington Post's Heather Long if The American Rescue Plan--the administration's economic stimulus initiative--contributed to inflation, Mr. Bernstein argued it did not, saying it set the stage for a strong economy and inflation was caused by high demand and constrained supply.
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Hearing on Threats to Electric Infrastructure
2 hours, 19 minutesEnergy sector stakeholders and policy advocates testified on emerging threats to U.S. energy infrastructure before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. A variety of topics were discussed, including climate change concerns, cybersecurity, threats posed by domestic extremism, and the impact of a green energy transition on the existing energy grid. They also addressed the potential threats from adversaries such as China, Russia, and Iran to the U.S. energy sector and how best to build in restorative capability in the event of an attack.
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Washington Journal: John Fortier
43 minutesAEI resident scholar John Fortier discusses efforts by both parties in Congress to reform election laws as public opinion continues to show declining confidence in the integrity of federal elections.
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Federal Trade Commission Chair Speaks at Economic Club of New York
54 minutesFederal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan addressed consumer protections and the marketplace during an event hosted by Economic Club of New York. After her remarks, she sat down with former White House Budget Director Peter Orszag (Obama administration, 2009-10) for a conversation on FTC policy and ensuring a fair and transparent marketplace. Several topics were discussed, including impacts of consolidation and monopolies on competition, advancing innovation, corporate merger oversight, and the prime responsibility of the commission.
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Senate Judiciary Committee Considers Supreme Court Ethics Bill
3 hours, 4 minutesThe Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a bill along party lines that aims to establish a code of ethics for the Supreme Court. Throughout the markup Republican members voiced their opposition and offered up amendments. Only one of them passed with bipartisan support, which condemns racist comments against the justices. Supreme Court ethics became a hot topic after recent news reports revealed ethics concerns with Justices Clarence Thomas' and Samuel Alito's trips and Justice Sonia Sotomayor's book sales.