C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Deputy National Security Adviser and Others Discuss Russian Sanctions
1 hour, 36 minutesDeputy National Security Adviser for International Economics Daleep Singh delivered keynote remarks on the effectiveness of sanctions on Russia and the need to develop strong economic state craft during an event hosted by the Brookings Institution. After Mr. Singh's remarks, former National Security Director for Russia Fiona Hill (2017-19) joined a discussion with other foreign policy advocates to examine the intent and consequences of sanctions. The also discussed the China-Russia relationship, sanctions on technology, and the need for cohesion among allies and partners of Ukraine to maintain sanctions.
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Hearing on Zelle Digital Payment Scams
1 hour, 52 minutesA Senate panel held a hearing about scams on the Zelle digital payments platform. Witnesses included a college student and a retiree, who shared their stories about getting scammed on this service. Also, consumer advocates testified on how Congress may address this issue, such as holding banks accountable and incentivizing them to prevent such scams. The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations held this hearing, which has jurisdiction over fraud schemes.
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President Biden Delivers Remarks on Border Security
11 minutes"I've come here today to do what Republicans in Congress refuse to do -- take the necessary steps to secure our border," said President Biden as he announced executive action on border security. He continued to say, "This ban will remain in place until the number of people trying to enter illegally can be reduced to a level that our system can effectively manage." In addition, the president discussed additional administrative actions through Homeland Security and the Department of Justice and urged Congress to pass legislation on border security. Following his remarks, President Biden responded to a reporter's question on whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was "playing politics" regarding the Israel-Hamas war. President Biden replied, " I don't think so. He's trying to work out a serious problem that he has."
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Schumer on Federal Protections for Contraception
4 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke in support of pending legislation to provide federal protections for contraceptives. He said the Supreme Court is to blame for reproductive access being at its lowest point in history.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Welch on Federal Protections for Contraception
5 minutesDemocratic Senator Peter Welch spoke in support of federal protections for contraception, saying politicians should not be involved.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Warren on Federal Protections for Contraception
8 minutesDemocratic Senator Elizabeth Warren spoke in support of legislation to provide federal protections for contraceptives. She said Americans overwhelmingly support contraception and the decision to use it should be made by women.
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U.S. Senate: 06/05/2024
7 hours, 58 minutesThe Senate will vote on whether to advance legislation to establish federal protections for contraception.
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Deputy FEMA Admin. & Others Hold Briefing on Upcoming Hurricane Season
33 minutes"We're right on the precipice of what looks to be a very active 2024 hurricane season," said National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan during a press briefing on the upcoming hurricane season from the National Hurricane Center in Miami. The director said 13 to 25 named storms are expected this hurricane season with up to 13 of those expected storms categorized as hurricanes. Director Brennan, along with Deputy FEMA Administrator Erik Hooks and Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL)--who previously served as director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management (2019-21), spoke on the need for preparedness and warned of the dangers posed by storm surges.
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Discussion on Democracy & Civic Education
1 hour, 21 minutesThe American Enterprise Institute held a conference on the state of civic education. Higher education professionals from Harvard and Purdue University discussed how civic education is achieved in democracies and republics. Topics included civic engagement and political activism, the importance of deliberation skills, and ways that universities can be used as a rehearsal-space for democracy.
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Campaign 2024: GOP Unveils 2024 Convention Stage Design
11 minutes"It's gonna be huge," Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley told members of the media as the committee unveiled the stage design for the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The chair for the Committee on Arrangements, Anne Hathaway, also joined Mr. Whatley and explained the overall set design. The stage will be comprised of nearly 1,200 high density LED panels and will span 60 feet wide and 26 feet tall. "Over the next 40 days we have a lot of work ahead of us, but we have the manpower to get it done," Ms. Hathaway told reporters. Former President Trump is expected to attend and accept the 2024 Republican nomination for president.
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Federal Highway Administrator Testifies on Agency Oversight & 2025 Budget
1 hour, 50 minutesShailen Bhatt, administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), testified on agency oversight and the president's 2025 budget request before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Several topics were discussed, including highway safety measures, electric vehicle (EV) charging station roll-out, transportation infrastructure, and wildlife conservation concerns along highways. Also discussed was the federal response to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
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Campaign 2024: GOP Unveils 2024 Convention Stage Design
11 minutes"It's gonna be huge," Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley told members of the media as the committee unveiled the stage design for the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The chair for the Committee on Arrangements, Anne Hathaway, also joined Mr. Whatley and explained the overall set design. The stage will be comprised of nearly 1,200 high density LED panels and will span 60 feet wide and 26 feet tall. "Over the next 40 days we have a lot of work ahead of us, but we have the manpower to get it done," Ms. Hathaway told reporters. Former President Trump is expected to attend and accept the 2024 Republican nomination for president.
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U.S. Senate: Debate on Access to Contraceptives
1 hour, 13 minutesA dozen Democratic Senators spoke about protecting access to contraception ahead of a vote on whether to begin work on the legislation.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Thune on Access to Contraceptives
5 minutesSenate Minority Whip John Thune said Majority Leader Schumer is using a vote on access to contraceptives to distract from what's happening at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Cornyn on Access to Contraceptives
5 minutesSenator John Cornyn of Texas called a planned vote to protect access to contraceptives a show vote.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Ernst on Access to Contraception
14 minutesAhead of the Senate vote on whether to advance a Democratic bill protecting access to contraception, Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa offered her own bill which she says promotes access to and availability of safe and effective birth control options for women and families. It's called the Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act. Senator Tima Smith objected to bringing up the legislation. Texas Senator Ted Cruz spoke in support of the GOP bill.
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Cassidy on Access to Contraception
4 minutesAhead of the Senate voting on whether to advance a Democratic bill protecting access to contraception, the top Republican on the Senate Health Committee Bill Cassidy of Louisiana from the Senate called on Republicans to vote against it and said it was a "a political stunt designed to fearmonger and mislead the public in an attempt to sway voters in an election year."
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U.S. Senate: Sen. Schumer on Access to Contraception
6 minutesRight before the Senate voted on whether to advance a Democratic bill protecting access to contraception, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced from the floor: "Today every Senator must take a stand: if you agree all Americans deserve access to contraception, then vote yes on the Right to Contraception Act...This is not a show vote, it's a show us who you are vote, and the American people are watching."
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Joint Hearing on Improving Services for Veterans & Their Caregivers
2 hours, 11 minutesThe Senate Aging Committee and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee held a joint hearing on improving governmental services for veterans and their caregivers. Witnesses included a veteran and a caregiver who shared their experiences of receiving benefits from the Veterans Affairs Department, as well as stakeholders from veteran advocacy organizations. All of the witnesses gave their recommendations on how VA programs can be improved, such as giving Social Security credit to caregivers and urging passage of the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act.
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Hearing on Reproductive Health Care
2 hours, 19 minutesAnti-abortion and abortion-rights advocates joined health care providers to discuss the impact of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Topics included the impact abortion legislation has on patients and health care providers, alternative family planning options, reproductive autonomy,and late-term abortion care.
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Boeing Starliner Launches From Cape Canaveral, FL
41 minutesThe Boeing Starliner launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, en route to the International Space Station (ISS). This historic test flight is Boeing's first-ever crewed mission into space. The spacecraft is carrying two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. Ms. Williams is the first woman to pilot a new spacecraft on its first crewed flight to space. Both Wilmore and Williams will spend eight days in space at the ISS.
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NASA Holds News Conference After Boeing Starliner Launch
57 minutesBoeing and NASA officials held a news conference after the successful launch of the Boeing Starliner test flight to the International Space Station. This is Boeing's first-ever crewed mission into space. The space craft is carrying two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. Ms. Williams is the first woman to pilot a new space craft on its first crewed flight to space. Both Wilmore and Williams will spend eight days in space at the ISS.
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Panel Discussion on Health Care Policy
39 minutesProfessionals involved in federal health care policy spoke at a summit hosted by The Healthcare Innovation Company in Washington, DC. Nonprofit health care manager Lezah Calvin and Senate Finance Committee adviser Conor Sheehey expressed optimism for bipartisanship in health care policy--despite a divisive election year--and discussed potential priorities for the next Congress. Mr. Sheehey, who works under Republican Sen. Mike Crapo (ID), claimed congressional Republicans were more interested in health care policy than in the past, saying the issue was not as partisan as it used to be, among other reasons.
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Public Affairs Events
17 hours, 23 minutesPublic affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.