C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Hearing on Alternatives for Single-Use Plastics
1 hour, 26 minutesStakeholders in environmental policy and recycling industries testified before the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight on the impact of plastic on the environment and alternatives for single-use plastics. Several topics were addressed, including the consumption of microplastics, the impact of plastic pollution on ecosystems and wildlife around the planet, the potential for the recycling of single-use plastics, and reducing the confusion for consumers on what can and cannot be recycled or composted. Also discussed was the use of bioplastics and environmentally friendly alternative materials, such as seaweed and sugar cane.
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Gov. Walz at Center for American Progress Conference
24 minutesMinnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) spoke at the Center for American Progress' annual IDEAS conference in Washington, DC. He was interviewed by The Washington Post's E.J. Dionne about passing progressive policies in his state, including codification of abortion rights, cannabis legalization, universal free school meals and gun background checks, and several other issues. At the time of this event, Democrats had full control of Minnesota's government.
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U.N. Security Council on Gaza and Israel-Hamas War
1 hour, 3 minutesThe U.N. Security Council gathered for an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Hamas war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid Israel's expanded military operations. This emergency meeting took place in New York City. In addition to permanent members to the Security Council, additional speakers included leaders from United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations relief coordinators. Topics included disruption of telecommunication networks in Gaza, calls for a cease fire to aide humanitarian assistance to Gaza, and avoidance of exacerbating the conflict.
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Russia Amb. to U.N. on Gaza and Israel-Hamas War
14 minutesThe U.N. Security Council gathered for an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Hamas war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid Israel's expanded military operations. This emergency meeting took place in New York City. Russia, a permanent member of the Security Council, gave remarks about the conflict and critiqued the U.S. and other western countries for their stance on a cease-fire amid protests in those countries and calls for a cease-fire in Ukraine.
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Israeli & Palestinian Foreign Ministers on Gaza and Israel-Hamas War
42 minutesIsraeli Ambassador to the U.N. Gilad Erdan and Palestinian Foreign Affairs Minister Riyad Mansour passionately addressed the U.N. Security Council as they gathered for to discuss the Israel-Hamas war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza . This emergency meeting took place in New York City.
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U.S. Senate: 10/31/2023
4 hours, 4 minutesThe Senate will vote on the nomination of Jack Lew to be the next U.S. Ambassador to Israel.
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Confirmation Hearing for Ambassador to Israel Nominee
12 minutesAmid the Israel-Hamas war, U.S. ambassador to Israel nominee Jack Lew testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. In light of Iran's long-standing support for Hamas, several Republican members grilled Mr. Lew about his work on the Iran nuclear deal when he was Treasury secretary in the Obama administration, alleging that he was not forthcoming about the deal's financial implementation. Mr. Lew rejected those allegations, retorting that the deal was "transparent" and that it did not lift sanctions on terrorism, but involved Iran rolling back its nuclear program in exchange for the U.S. unfreezing holds on certain Iranian monies. The Trump administration later pulled out of the Iran deal in 2018. Moreover, some other members asked about Mr. Lew's commitment to working with Israel in order to protect innocent Palestinians and civilians amid the ongoing war. At the start of the hearing, three pro-Palestinian protesters were escorted out of the room after causing disruptions.
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U.S. Senate: 10/31/2023
5 hours, 14 minutesThe Senate will vote on the nomination of Jack Lew to be the next U.S. Ambassador to Israel.
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Sen. Schumer Holds News Conference on AI Meeting With Pres. Biden
9 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and other senators held a news conference at the White House driveway about regulating artificial intelligence. This came after they had a bipartisan meeting with President Biden about his new executive order on the safe development of AI. Senator Schumer said the executive order was a good start, but Congress also needed to pass legislation to address the issue. He also reported that the meeting focused on bipartisanship and investments, amid competition with China on AI development. He was joined by Senators Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM), who are co-chairs of the Senate Artificial Intelligence Caucus, as well as Senator Todd Young (R-IN).
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Teachers' Union Leaders at Center for American Progress Conference
27 minutesTeachers' union presidents Randi Weingarten (American Federation of Teachers) and Becky Pringle (National Education Association) spoke at the Center for American Progress' annual IDEAS conference in Washington, DC. They said that the national debate about parental involvement in K-12 public education was a false narrative, explaining that parents play an integral role and that "extremists" were trying to cause division through culture war talking points. They also discussed the opportunities and practical skills associated with career and technical education. The Washington Post's Alexi McCammond moderated the conversation.
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FBI Dir. & Homeland Security Sec. on Threats to Homeland, Part 1
2 hours, 31 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and National Counterterrorism Center Director Christine Abizaid testified on threats to the homeland before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. Director Wray said foreign terrorist organizations, such as al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Hezbollah, were calling for attacks on the United States and the West amid the Israel-Hamas War. Senators also asked about rising levels of antisemitic and Islamophobic violence as this war raged on. Secretary Mayorkas called for Congress to pass President Biden's new funding request for the Homeland Security Department in order to more effectively handle fentanyl trafficking and high levels of migration.
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FBI Dir. & Homeland Security Sec. on Threats to Homeland, Part 2
48 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and National Counterterrorism Center Director Christine Abizaid testified on threats to the homeland before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. Director Wray said foreign terrorist organizations, such as al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Hezbollah, were calling for attacks on the United States and the West amid the Israel-Hamas War. Senators also asked about rising levels of antisemitic and Islamophobic violence as this war raged on. Secretary Mayorkas called for Congress to pass President Biden's new funding request for the Homeland Security Department in order to more effectively handle fentanyl trafficking and high levels of migration.
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French, Singaporean & Australian Ambassadors on U.S.-China Relations
1 hour, 2 minutesFrench, Singaporean, and Australian ambassadors to the United States discussed U.S.-China relations and its impact on the world during a conversation hosted by the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed, including Taiwan, China's economy, the stabilization of tensions between the U.S. and China, supply chain challenges, and trade policy.
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Journalists on Covering Conflict in Africa at Military Reporters Conference
40 minutesNational security and Pentagon correspondent Courtney Kube shared her experiences reporting from Niger during the 2023 political coup and best practices for reporting in conflict, during the 2023 Military Reporters and Editors Conference in Washington, D.C. She discussed the importance of bringing awareness to underreported issues and her experience reporting on security issues in West Africa and the humanitarian crisis in Somalia.
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Afghan Journalists on Freedom of Press in Afghanistan
51 minutesAfghan journalists discussed the state of freedom of the press in their native country during the 2023 Military Reporters and Editors Conference in Washington, DC. They shared their experiences of providing journalism to the Afghan people in spite of the Taliban's opposition to independent media, with one journalist saying he was tortured by the group. Moreover, amid the Taliban's August 2021 takeover of Afghanistan, Sami Mahdi discussed the establishment of Virginia-based Amu Television, which provides news to Afghans via satellite and of which he is editor in chief.
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Washington Journal: Tate Ryan-Mosley
10 minutesTate Ryan-Mosley, Senior Tech Policy Reporter for the MIT Technology Review, discussed President Biden's executive order relating to artificial intelligence.
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FBI Dir. & Homeland Security Sec. on Threats to Homeland, Part 1
2 hours, 31 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and National Counterterrorism Center Director Christine Abizaid testified on threats to the homeland before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. Director Wray said foreign terrorist organizations, such as al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Hezbollah, were calling for attacks on the United States and the West amid the Israel-Hamas War. Senators also asked about rising levels of antisemitic and Islamophobic violence as this war raged on. Secretary Mayorkas called for Congress to pass President Biden's new funding request for the Homeland Security Department in order to more effectively handle fentanyl trafficking and high levels of migration.
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FBI Dir. & Homeland Security Sec. on Threats to Homeland, Part 2
48 minutesFBI Director Christopher Wray, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and National Counterterrorism Center Director Christine Abizaid testified on threats to the homeland before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. Director Wray said foreign terrorist organizations, such as al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Hezbollah, were calling for attacks on the United States and the West amid the Israel-Hamas War. Senators also asked about rising levels of antisemitic and Islamophobic violence as this war raged on. Secretary Mayorkas called for Congress to pass President Biden's new funding request for the Homeland Security Department in order to more effectively handle fentanyl trafficking and high levels of migration.
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U.S. Senate: Sens. King & Collins on Maine Mass Shooting
20 minutesMaine Senators Angus King & Susan Collins discussed the mass shooting that took place in Lewiston, Maine on October 25 and remembered the victims by reading their names aloud from the Senate floor.
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French, Singaporean & Australian Ambassadors on U.S.-China Relations
1 hour, 2 minutesFrench, Singaporean, and Australian ambassadors to the United States discussed U.S.-China relations and its impact on the world during a conversation hosted by the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed, including Taiwan, China's economy, the stabilization of tensions between the U.S. and China, supply chain challenges, and trade policy.
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Hearing on Research & Treatment for Rare Diseases
1 hour, 57 minutesWitnesses with rare diseases, advocates for medical ethics and therapeutic industry professionals discussed access to research and treatment for rare diseases before the Senate Special Aging Committee. Topics included giving patients with life-threatening illnesses timely access to new treatments, FDA clinical trial processes, and patient-focused drug development.