C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister at World Economic Forum
37 minutesIranian Foreign Affairs Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian discussed foreign affairs and tensions in the region at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. When asked about recent Iranian attacks in Iraq and Pakistan, he said Iran maintains good relations and respects the sovereignty of both nations, and that they were only targeting Israeli Mossad camps. The foreign affairs minister said the attacks occurred because of their right to defend their country against terror groups, referring to Israel as a "terror regime." Minister Amir-Abdollahian also spoke on relations with Russia and the United States, saying Iran is open to returning to the JCPOA as long as there is "mutual respect" from the United States.
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Supreme Ct. Hears Case on Fed. Agencies' Power to Interpret Law
2 hours, 13 minutesThe Supreme Court heard oral argument for more than two hours in Relentless, Inc. v. Department of Commerce, a case that could result in the weakening of federal agencies' rulemaking process and their ability to interpret laws for implementation. At the center of this case and another is the Chevron doctrine. Under it, courts defer to federal agencies to interpret unclear or ambiguous statutes. The Supreme Court has through June 2024 to decide whether to overturn this doctrine or keep it.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Butler D-CA Delivers First Floor Speech
21 minutesCalifornia Democratic Senator Laphonza Butler delivered her first remarks on the chamber floor. During her speech, she stressed the need to inspire young people to get involved in politics and spoke about her background.
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Campaign 2024: Ron DeSantis Campaigns in Hampton, NH
1 hour, 13 minutes2024 GOP presidential candidate and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke to voters in Hampton, New Hampshire. He talked about his vision for America and took questions from voters which included a question on the governor's view on Central Bank Digital Currency. He also criticized Nikki Haley for crediting former First Lady and Secretary of State, Hilary Clinton for inspiring her to run for the presidency. The governor's stop in New Hampshire comes on the heels of a second-place finish in the 2024 Iowa GOP Caucuses and just a week before New Hampshire's first in the nation primary election.
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U.S. Senate: 01/18/2024
4 hours, 10 minutesThe Senate will continue work on a temporary spending bill funding the federal government past Friday's midnight deadline in 2 stages to March 1 and March 8. A final passage vote is expected.
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Secretary of State Speaks at World Economic Forum
46 minutesSecretary of State Antony Blinken spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He touched on a host of foreign policy topics including the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the two-state solution, the Russia-Ukraine War and China's role on the world stage.
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Chinese Diplomat on U.S.-China Relations
1 hour, 6 minutesLiu Jianchao, who heads the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) International Liaison Department, joined former U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman for a discussion on U.S.-China relations, hosted by the Council on Foreign Relations. Mr. Liu said, "China does not wish to create a new world order," and discussed a variety of domestic and foreign policy initiatives. He also discussed China's relationship with Russia and Iran, the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars, and managing the differences and opportunities for partnering with the U.S.
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Prime Minister's Questions: 01/17/2024
42 minutesBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak fielded questions from members of the House of Commons on a range of domestic and international issues. Topics included illegal migration, inflation and the economy, and Scotch whiskey exports.
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Campaign 2024: Marianne Williamson Campaigns in Keene, NH
1 hour, 36 minutes2024 Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson spoke to voters in Keene, New Hampshire in the run up to the state's first in the nation primary. She talked about the U.S. economy and urged voters to participate in this year's election season. Marianne Williamson, an author, is one of two candidates challenging President Biden for the Democratic Party nomination for president. President Biden is not on New Hampshire's democratic primary ballot, but rather relying on a write-in campaign to win the state.
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Vice President Harris MLK Remarks in South Carolina
17 minutes"In 2024, where exactly is America in our fight for freedom?" asked Vice President Kamala Harris during her remarks at the NAACP South Carolina State Conference honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which happened to fall on his 95th birthday and six decades since the March on Washington. The vice president spoke about Rev. King's legacy while arguing the fight for justice is not over, pointing to recent decisions by the courts and state legislators on women's reproductive rights, voting rights, education and LGBTQIA rights. She concluded, "at this moment in history let us not throw up our hands, because it's time to roll up our sleeves."
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President Biden in North Carolina on Investing in the U.S. Economy
25 minutesPresident Biden delivered remarks from Raleigh, North Carolina on "Bidenomics" and investing in the U.S. economy. He announced infrastructure investments in North Carolina, including $82 million in high-speed internet investments and $1 Billion in a new rail line connecting Raleigh, NC to Richmond, VA. In addition, he discussed jobs, small businesses, prescription drug costs, and critiqued former president Donald Trump for his tax cuts.
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Public Affairs Events
3 hours, 40 minutesPublic affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
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U.S. Senate: Senate Majority Leader Schumer on Foreign Aid Package
5 minutesDuring his opening remarks on the chamber floor, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke on the state of talks for a foreign aid package to assist Ukraine and Israel, saying he hopes to begin work on the legislation as soon as next week. He also commented on efforts to reach a bipartisan solution to address security issues at the southern border.
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Prime Minister's Questions: 01/17/2024
42 minutesBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak fielded questions from members of the House of Commons on a range of domestic and international issues. Topics included illegal migration, inflation and the economy, and Scotch whiskey exports.
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Campaign 2024: Marianne Williamson Campaigns in Keene, NH
1 hour, 36 minutes2024 Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson spoke to voters in Keene, New Hampshire in the run up to the state's first in the nation primary. She talked about the U.S. economy and urged voters to participate in this year's election season. Marianne Williamson, an author, is one of two candidates challenging President Biden for the Democratic Party nomination for president. President Biden is not on New Hampshire's democratic primary ballot, but rather relying on a write-in campaign to win the state.
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Norfolk Southern CEO Testifies on Rail Safety
3 hours, 41 minutesNorfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine (R), an East Palestine resident and others testified on rail safety before the Senate Commerce Committee. The hearing followed Norfolk Southern's recent toxic chemical train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Topics included proposed legislation to enhance rail safety, first responder hazmat training and accountability for the derailment.
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U.S. Senate: Senate Majority Leader Schumer on Foreign Aid Package
6 minutesDuring his opening remarks on the chamber floor, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke on the state of talks for a foreign aid package to assist Ukraine and Israel, saying he hopes to begin work on the legislation as soon as next week. He also commented on efforts to reach a bipartisan solution to address security issues at the southern border.
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Attorney General Garland Briefs Press on Uvalde School Shooting Report
39 minutes"The law enforcement response at Robb Elementary School on May 24, 2022, and in the hours and days after was a failure that should not have happened," said Attorney General Merrick Garland as he briefed the press on a Justice Department report analyzing law enforcement's response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TX where 19 students and two teachers were killed. Joined by Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta and Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Director Hugh Clements, the three took reporter questions, detailed a timeline of failures during and after the shooting, and overviewed recommendations for police departments, school safety, and community response.
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President Biden in North Carolina on Investing in the U.S. Economy
27 minutesPresident Biden delivered remarks from Raleigh, North Carolina on "Bidenomics" and investing in the U.S. economy. He announced infrastructure investments in North Carolina, including $82 million in high-speed internet investments and $1 Billion in a new rail line connecting Raleigh, NC to Richmond, VA. In addition, he discussed jobs, small businesses, prescription drug costs, and critiqued former president Donald Trump for his tax cuts.
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U.S. Senate: Senate Majority Leader Schumer on Foreign Aid Package
4 minutesDuring his opening remarks on the chamber floor, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke on the state of talks for a foreign aid package to assist Ukraine and Israel, saying he hopes to begin work on the legislation as soon as next week. He also commented on efforts to reach a bipartisan solution to address security issues at the southern border.