C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Defense Department Officials Discuss U.S. Biodefense Strategy
1 hour, 9 minutes"The Department of Defense and the nation are at a pivotal moment in biodefense, as we face an unprecedented number of complex threats," said Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs Deborah Rosenblum during brief remarks at an event hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies. The assistant secretary highlighted the findings and recommendations of the Defense Department's newly released biodefense posture review before joining a discussion with other officials from the department. Several topics were addressed, including mitigating biological threats, training and protecting military forces from biological threats in combat, collaboration and cooperation with allies and partners, and challenges posed by adversaries, such as China, Russia and Iran.
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Discussion on U.S. Responsibility for Security of Afghan Women Fighting the Taliban
1 hour, 49 minutesFacing potential deportation, three women from the Afghan Female Tactical Platoon (FTP) who trained and worked alongside U.S. special forces during the war pleaded for help to get their immigration status resolved. The women's pleas came during a discussion on their training and experiences hosted by the Women's Foreign Policy Group. Their advocates and legal team urged lawmakers to approve the Afghan Adjustment Act. The bill that's currently stalled in Congress, would provide a pathway to permanent residency and citizenship for these women and other Afghan allies who relocated to America following the fall of Kabul in August 2021 when the U.S. officially withdrew from the country.
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U.S. Senate: Senate Majority Leader Schumer Floor Remarks
13 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer welcomed Senate Minority Leader McConnell back to the Senate following two public health scares. He also talked about the work done during the August recess and the Senate agenda in the weeks ahead.
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U.S. Senate: Senate Minority Leader McConnell Floor Remarks
6 minutesSenate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell spoke on the Senate floor for the first time since returning from the August recess. These were also his first floor remarks since freezing in front of cameras for the second time during an event in Kentucky with reporters. The Capitol's attending physician confirmed in a letter that the GOP leader did not suffer a stroke or seizure and is not suffering from Parkinson's disease. Senate Minority Leader McConnell talked about what he did over the August recess as well as national security and the upcoming Senate agenda.
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U.S. Senate: 09/06/2023
4 hours, 6 minutesThe Senate will continue work on the nomination of Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Philip Jefferson to be Vice Chair for a term of four years.
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Washington Journal: Max Cohen
10 minutesPunchbowl News' Max Cohen discussed the month ahead for Congress including the federal budget deadline.
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U.S. Senate: 09/06/2023
5 hours, 13 minutesThe Senate will continue work on the nomination of Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Philip Jefferson to be Vice Chair for a term of four years.
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U.S. Senate: RE-AIR K 'Senate Armed Services Chair Reed on Military Promotions
19 minutesArmed Services Committee Chair Jack Reed spoke on the Senate floor calling on Alabama Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville to end his hold on military promotions. He said that Senator Tuberville "has achieved what America's enemies could only dream of: instability in the ranks of our military leadership" and that by the end of the year "nearly 90 percent of our general and flag officers - our most senior military leaders - will be affected by the senator from Alabama's holds."
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President Biden on America's Ports & Labor Agreement
16 minutesPresident Biden delivered remarks from the White House on strengthening America's ports and supply chains. He also celebrated a new contract between the shipping industry and a labor union representing dock workers.
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Homeland Security Dept. Officials Testify on Asylum Law
1 hour, 59 minutesOfficials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services testified on asylum law enforcement and border security before a Senate Homeland Security subcommittee. They addressed the immigration process since the expiration of Title 42 and its impact on asylum claims. Other topics included the seizures of illicit fentanyl at ports of entry, wait times at immigration courts, and the partnership between the federal government and non-government organizations (NGOs) in aiding migrants at the border.
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President Biden on America's Ports & Labor Agreement
13 minutesPresident Biden delivered remarks from the White House on strengthening America's ports and supply chains. He also celebrated a new contract between the shipping industry and a labor union representing dock workers.
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Senate Democratic Leaders Hold News Conference
19 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and other Democrats held their first press briefing following the Senate's return to Capitol Hill after August recess. They discussed the legislative agenda and applauded bipartisan efforts to move appropriations bills out of committee. "I beg the House to follow the Senate's lead . . . The only way to avoid a shutdown is through bipartisanship," said Senator Schumer.
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Senate GOP Leaders Hold News Conference
20 minutesAfter briefing reporters on the Senate Republican agenda, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) responded to questions on his health. "I'm going to finish my term as leader, and I'm going to finish my Senate term," said Leader McConnell. This was the senator's first press briefing since his most recent medical incident in which he froze in front of cameras in Kentucky. In addition, Senate Republican leadership discussed the appropriations process, government telework, and the economy.
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Washington Journal: Max Cohen
37 minutesPunchbowl News' Max Cohen discussed the month ahead for Congress including the federal budget deadline.
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Washington Journal: Thomas Frank
30 minutesE&E News reporter Thomas Frank discusses the White House request for $16 billion to shore up the federal government's disaster fund that has been depleted after a series of natural disasters across the country.
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Campaign 2024: Gov. Doug Burgum R-ND Campaigns in New Hampshire
1 hour, 55 minutes2024 Republican presidential candidate Governor Doug Burgum (ND) delivered remarks and met with voters at a barbecue hosted by former Senator Scott Brown (R-MA) in Rye, New Hampshire. He discussed his policy disagreements with "Bidenomics," and shared his thoughts on the first Republican primary debate, which he participated in, calling it "political theater." The governor also took attendees' questions on various issues, such as education, fentanyl trafficking, and uniting the country. Governor Burgum used crutches during this event amid recently tearing his Achilles tendon while playing basketball with staff members.
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Homeland Security Dept. Officials Testify on Asylum Law
1 hour, 58 minutesOfficials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services testified on asylum law enforcement and border security before a Senate Homeland Security subcommittee. They addressed the immigration process since the expiration of Title 42 and its impact on asylum claims. Other topics included the seizures of illicit fentanyl at ports of entry, wait times at immigration courts, and the partnership between the federal government and non-government organizations (NGOs) in aiding migrants at the border.
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President Biden on America's Ports & Labor Agreement
13 minutesPresident Biden delivered remarks from the White House on strengthening America's ports and supply chains. He also celebrated a new contract between the shipping industry and a labor union representing dock workers.
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Senate Democratic Leaders Hold News Conference
19 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and other Democrats held their first press briefing following the Senate's return to Capitol Hill after August recess. They discussed the legislative agenda and applauded bipartisan efforts to move appropriations bills out of committee. "I beg the House to follow the Senate's lead . . . The only way to avoid a shutdown is through bipartisanship," said Senator Schumer.
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Senate GOP Leaders Hold News Conference
19 minutesAfter briefing reporters on the Senate Republican agenda, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) responded to questions on his health. "I'm going to finish my term as leader, and I'm going to finish my Senate term," said Leader McConnell. This was the senator's first press briefing since his most recent medical incident in which he froze in front of cameras in Kentucky. In addition, Senate Republican leadership discussed the appropriations process, government telework, and the economy.
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U.S. Senate: RE-AIR K 'Senate Armed Services Chair Reed on Military Promotions
20 minutesArmed Services Committee Chair Jack Reed spoke on the Senate floor calling on Alabama Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville to end his hold on military promotions. He said that Senator Tuberville "has achieved what America's enemies could only dream of: instability in the ranks of our military leadership" and that by the end of the year "nearly 90 percent of our general and flag officers - our most senior military leaders - will be affected by the senator from Alabama's holds."
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Discussion on Violent Extremism in the U.S.
1 hour, 3 minutesBehavioral scientists from the RAND Corporation held a virtual discussion on their research of veterans' support for extremist groups and beliefs. Some key findings were that veterans in general appeared to have similar or lower support for extremism in comparison to the general public, but Marine Corps veterans in particular were likelier to support extremism than those from other branches. Also, the scientists pointed out that their research is preliminary and remains ongoing. Their work was conducted amid reports that 13-18% of rioters at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, were current or former members of the military.
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Top Cyber Officials at Cybersecurity Summit
1 hour, 19 minutesU.S. Cyber Command Commander General Paul Nakasone and Acting National Cyber Director Kemba Walden spoke at the 14th annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit in Washington, DC. General Nakasone commented on the long-term challenges that China poses for cybersecurity, saying the future will be, "a period of intense competition with China for a long time...this is what our children will deal with; it's what our children's children will deal with." Moreover, Ms. Walden discussed her role in crafting and implementing national cybersecurity strategy.