Aaron Heitke, retired U.S. Customs and Border Protection chief patrol agent; David Hathaway, Santa Cruz County, Arizona sheriff; Jim Desmond, San Diego County board of supervisors member; and Patty Morin, mother of Rachel Morin--who was murdered in Maryland--testified on the Biden administration's border policies before the House Homeland Security Committee. Topics included improving resources for border agents, border patrol morale, and immigration reform.
"Social Security today is struggling to serve more customers than ever, with staffing that Congress has reduced to a 50-year low I do not believe, for a minute, that this was the intention of Congress," said Social Security Administration Commissioner Martin O'Malley before the Senate Budget Committee. Commissioner O'Malley appeared before the committee to testify on ways to protect the solvency of Social Security. A variety of topics were addressed, including the agency's 2025 budget request, budgetary constraints, and customer service challenges. Also testifying before the committee were policy and retirement advocates who discussed the importance of protecting retirement security.
Doug Emhoff, husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, was joined by film director Spike Lee in delivering remarks to supporters at a fundraiser in Brooklyn, New York. Mr. Emhoff talked about why he was campaigning for his wife, and encouraged supporters in the audience to be the "most badass versions of yourselves" to help support the Harris-Walz campaign. Mr. Lee also delivered brief remarks, touting more than $500,000 raised at the event.
Officials from the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) testify on fraud in the Venezuelan presidential election before the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Election consultants and policy advocates discussed restoring trust in American elections. The conversation was part of the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Former federal and state officeholders discussed the importance of upholding honesty in the electoral process during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. Several topics were addressed, including money in politics, the role of the media, and political polarization. Participating in the conversation were former Reps. Tim Roemer (D-IN, 1991-2003) and Zach Wamp (R-TN, 1995-2001), and former Georgia state Senator Jason Carter (D, 2010-15), the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Current and former state and local election officials from Michigan and Georgia discussed election security and safeguards during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Current and former journalists, including former National Public Radio (NPR) journalist Pam Fessler, discussed the role of the media in oversight of elections during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Nobel Prize-winning economist Michael Kremer and White House official Dr. Paul Friedrichs discussed innovation and pandemic preparedness during an event at the Center for Global Development (CGD). Dr. Friedrichs also talked about the importance of effective communication in pitching policy proposals to lawmakers and the need for innovation to be grounded in reality. This was part of a day-long forum co-hosted by the University of Chicago's Market Shaping Accelerator and CGD in Washington, DC.
On Constitution Day, Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch spoke at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. He and his former law clerk, Janie Nitze, talked about America's founding ideals of democracy, liberty, and equality. They also explained how the Constitution was created and the basic principles undergirding it, such as separation of powers and federalism. Justice Gorsuch and Ms. Nitze are co-authors of a new book, "Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law."
"The feeling is remarkable out there, the wind is at our back," said Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) when asked about Vice President Harris' presidential campaign following her debate with former President Trump. His remarks were part of a conversation hosted by Georgetown University's Free Speech Project. He discussed several topics, including the state of democracy, free speech, and the state of the 2024 election. Other topics addressed included the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and his time in the Maryland Senate.
Election consultants and policy advocates discussed restoring trust in American elections. The conversation was part of the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Former federal and state officeholders discussed the importance of upholding honesty in the electoral process during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. Several topics were addressed, including money in politics, the role of the media, and political polarization. Participating in the conversation were former Reps. Tim Roemer (D-IN, 1991-2003) and Zach Wamp (R-TN, 1995-2001), and former Georgia state Senator Jason Carter (D, 2010-15), the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Current and former state and local election officials from Michigan and Georgia discussed election security and safeguards during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Current and former journalists, including former National Public Radio (NPR) journalist Pam Fessler, discussed the role of the media in oversight of elections during a conversation at the Principles for Trusted Elections conference at the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy. The Carter Center and the Ford Presidential Foundation co-hosted the event.
Cyber professionals from government and the private sector spoke at the 15th annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit in Washington, DC. In this portion of the summit, a panel discussed artificial intelligence and achieving the right balance between security and implementation of the new technology. An AI executive named Alex Jaimes compared the regulation of AI to speed limits, saying, "Responsible behavior depends on context, right? Driving 50 miles an hour on I-95 is responsible; doing it down the street in a small town is not." Then, another panel discussed how AI was being used to improve the cybersecurity industry.
Former officials from the departments of Defense and Homeland Security joined policy advocates at a hearing before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee examining the risks associated with replacing career civil servants with political appointees. The hearing focused on an executive order from the Trump administration, known as "Schedule F," that would have taken away workforce protections of civil servants if not deemed loyal to the administration. The order, which would have impacted close to 50,000 career civil servants, was rescinded at the start of the Biden administration before it could take effect. The witnesses testified on the risks associated with the implementation of "Schedule F," such as the loss of institutional knowledge and expertise, increased instability in government, heightened national security concerns, and a rapid slowdown in government functions and services.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) testified on his administration's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and a directive he issued to admit and readmit patients and residents infected with the coronavirus before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic. The governor defended his record against committee Republicans who said his policies resulted in the unnecessary death of thousands of nursing home residents across New York state. Mr. Cuomo asserted the deaths were from community spread and infected workers during a time when testing was not widely available. He also pointed to the lack of pandemic-related policies and leadership of former President Trump as contributing factors to deaths attributed to the pandemic.
Congressional Budget Office Director Phillip Swagel testified on oversight of his agency before the House Budget Committee. Several topics were addressed, including budget shortfalls, challenges in delivering timely information, workforce and modernization needs, and how agency audits might improve overall operations. Also discussed were the budgetary impacts on the national debt of specific legislation and executive orders, such as the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the Biden administration's efforts to forgive student loan debt.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke professor Ryan Anderson discussed the rise of a Bohemian culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that rejected conventional societal restraints and embraced the arts.
Intended for foreign audiences, this U.S. Information Service film gives a brief biography of President Truman and documents his 1948 campaign victory over Republican Thomas Dewey.
University of Arkansas historian Randall Woods discussed America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams. He devoted a decade of research and writing to his biography of the first chief executive to follow his father into the office. The Fayetteville Public Library in Arkansas hosted this event.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke professor Ryan Anderson discussed the rise of a Bohemian culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that rejected conventional societal restraints and embraced the arts.
Intended for foreign audiences, this U.S. Information Service film gives a brief biography of President Truman and documents his 1948 campaign victory over Republican Thomas Dewey.
University of Arkansas historian Randall Woods discussed America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams. He devoted a decade of research and writing to his biography of the first chief executive to follow his father into the office. The Fayetteville Public Library in Arkansas hosted this event.
Former National Park Service historian John Hennessey talked about the 1862 relationship between the Union Army of Virginia and enslaved people, the attitudes of the soldiers toward slavery, and how emancipation impacted the war effort. This talk was part of a conference hosted by the University of Virginia Center for Civil War History in Charlottesville.
David Bell (Princeton University), Natalia Mehlman Petrzela (New School), and David Rabban (Univ. of Texas School of Law) discussed the relationship between public policy and academic freedom in higher education. The American Historical Association hosted this discussion as part of its Congressional briefing series.
Historian Holly Brewer talked about the 1774 Fairfax Resolves. Drafted by George Mason and George Washington, the resolutions rejected the authority of British Parliament over the American colonies. George Mason's Gunston Hall in Mason Neck, Virginia, hosted this program.
In July of 1824, the Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette came back to America and toured the country. Public historians discussed the French noble's original visit and the event planned for the 200th anniversary in 2024. This talk was part of a Revolutionary War conference hosted by the Fort Plain Museum in New York.
After the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot, Edward Foley updated his book "Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States." This videotaped podcast focused on America's history of controversial elections - especially in 1876, 2000, and 2020. The American Enterprise Institute hosted this program.
Despite losing the popular vote, Republican Governor Rutherford Hayes of Ohio defeated New York Democratic Governor Samuel Tilden in a contentious election that led to negotiations between Republicans and Democrats to determine the winner, resulting in what became known as the Compromise of 1877.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke professor Ryan Anderson discussed the rise of a Bohemian culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that rejected conventional societal restraints and embraced the arts.
Intended for foreign audiences, this U.S. Information Service film gives a brief biography of President Truman and documents his 1948 campaign victory over Republican Thomas Dewey.
University of Arkansas historian Randall Woods discussed America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams. He devoted a decade of research and writing to his biography of the first chief executive to follow his father into the office. The Fayetteville Public Library in Arkansas hosted this event.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke professor Ryan Anderson discussed the rise of a Bohemian culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that rejected conventional societal restraints and embraced the arts.
Intended for foreign audiences, this U.S. Information Service film gives a brief biography of President Truman and documents his 1948 campaign victory over Republican Thomas Dewey.
University of Arkansas historian Randall Woods discussed America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams. He devoted a decade of research and writing to his biography of the first chief executive to follow his father into the office. The Fayetteville Public Library in Arkansas hosted this event.
Former National Park Service historian John Hennessey talked about the 1862 relationship between the Union Army of Virginia and enslaved people, the attitudes of the soldiers toward slavery, and how emancipation impacted the war effort. This talk was part of a conference hosted by the University of Virginia Center for Civil War History in Charlottesville.
David Bell (Princeton University), Natalia Mehlman Petrzela (New School), and David Rabban (Univ. of Texas School of Law) discussed the relationship between public policy and academic freedom in higher education. The American Historical Association hosted this discussion as part of its Congressional briefing series.
Historian Holly Brewer talked about the 1774 Fairfax Resolves. Drafted by George Mason and George Washington, the resolutions rejected the authority of British Parliament over the American colonies. George Mason's Gunston Hall in Mason Neck, Virginia, hosted this program.
In July of 1824, the Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette came back to America and toured the country. Public historians discussed the French noble's original visit and the event planned for the 200th anniversary in 2024. This talk was part of a Revolutionary War conference hosted by the Fort Plain Museum in New York.
After the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot, Edward Foley updated his book "Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States." This videotaped podcast focused on America's history of controversial elections - especially in 1876, 2000, and 2020. The American Enterprise Institute hosted this program.
Despite losing the popular vote, Republican Governor Rutherford Hayes of Ohio defeated New York Democratic Governor Samuel Tilden in a contentious election that led to negotiations between Republicans and Democrats to determine the winner, resulting in what became known as the Compromise of 1877.
Louis Sarkozy, son of former French president Nicholas Sarkozy, talked about the books in Napoleon Bonaparte's library and the impact they had on his thinking. This event was hosted by Bonjour Books in Kensington, Maryland.
Author & columnist Ann Coulter discussed Campaign 2024, her views on Former President Donald Trump, the evolution of Republican politics and her writing career.
Rainer Zitelmann discussed what Vietnam and Poland, both former socialist countries, have done to prosper economically in the 21st century. This interview was conducted at FreedomFest, an annual libertarian conference held in 2024 in Las Vegas.
Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin.
Louis Sarkozy, son of former French president Nicholas Sarkozy, talked about the books in Napoleon Bonaparte's library and the impact they had on his thinking. This event was hosted by Bonjour Books in Kensington, Maryland.
Author & columnist Ann Coulter discussed Campaign 2024, her views on Former President Donald Trump, the evolution of Republican politics and her writing career.
Rainer Zitelmann discussed what Vietnam and Poland, both former socialist countries, have done to prosper economically in the 21st century. This interview was conducted at FreedomFest, an annual libertarian conference held in 2024 in Las Vegas.
Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin.
Scientific American contributing writer Ferris Jabr discussed how life evolved on earth and whether it is an interconnected system. The Secret Science Club provided this virtual event.
Former Wall Street Journal reporter Neil King discussed his book "American Ramble" - about his nearly 300 mile walk from Washington, DC, to New York City - with radio host Bill Press. This event was hosted by the Hill Center in Washington, DC.
University of Edinburgh philosophy professor Shannon Vallor argued that artificial intelligence reflects humanity's flaws because it is based on human data. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts, hosted this event.
Investigative reporter Jesselyn Cook looked at the spread of conspiracy theories and the impact that the QAnon conspiracy theory has had on some American families. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts, hosted this event.
DC Central Kitchen's Alexander Justice Moore talked about the history of the Washington, DC, nonprofit and its efforts to fight hunger and poverty in the nation's capital. This event was hosted by DC Central Kitchen.
Colby College professor Nicolas Jacobs discussed the definition and culture of rural America, and the reasons Republicans dominate the politics of rural communities.
Louis Sarkozy, son of former French president Nicholas Sarkozy, talked about the books in Napoleon Bonaparte's library and the impact they had on his thinking. This event was hosted by Bonjour Books in Kensington, Maryland.
Author & columnist Ann Coulter discussed Campaign 2024, her views on Former President Donald Trump, the evolution of Republican politics and her writing career.
Rainer Zitelmann discussed what Vietnam and Poland, both former socialist countries, have done to prosper economically in the 21st century. This interview was conducted at FreedomFest, an annual libertarian conference held in 2024 in Las Vegas.
Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin.
Louis Sarkozy, son of former French president Nicholas Sarkozy, talked about the books in Napoleon Bonaparte's library and the impact they had on his thinking. This event was hosted by Bonjour Books in Kensington, Maryland.
Author & columnist Ann Coulter discussed Campaign 2024, her views on Former President Donald Trump, the evolution of Republican politics and her writing career.
Rainer Zitelmann discussed what Vietnam and Poland, both former socialist countries, have done to prosper economically in the 21st century. This interview was conducted at FreedomFest, an annual libertarian conference held in 2024 in Las Vegas.
Dartmouth College professor Brooke Harrington examined the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact on the U.S. and globally. She was interviewed by Wall Street Journal U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin.
Scientific American contributing writer Ferris Jabr discussed how life evolved on earth and whether it is an interconnected system. The Secret Science Club provided this virtual event.
Former Wall Street Journal reporter Neil King discussed his book "American Ramble" - about his nearly 300 mile walk from Washington, DC, to New York City - with radio host Bill Press. This event was hosted by the Hill Center in Washington, DC.
University of Edinburgh philosophy professor Shannon Vallor argued that artificial intelligence reflects humanity's flaws because it is based on human data. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts, hosted this event.
Investigative reporter Jesselyn Cook looked at the spread of conspiracy theories and the impact that the QAnon conspiracy theory has had on some American families. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts, hosted this event.
DC Central Kitchen's Alexander Justice Moore talked about the history of the Washington, DC, nonprofit and its efforts to fight hunger and poverty in the nation's capital. This event was hosted by DC Central Kitchen.
Colby College professor Nicolas Jacobs discussed the definition and culture of rural America, and the reasons Republicans dominate the politics of rural communities.
The Senate will vote to confirm Rose Jenkins to be a judge for a fifteen year term on the United States Tax Court, which settles disputes between taxpayers and the IRS.