C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Military Commanders Testify on Nuclear & Space Defense
2 hours, 6 minutesThe commanders of U.S. Strategic Command and U.S. Space Command testified on nuclear deterrence and space security before the Senate Armed Services Committee. The hearing focused on the need to modernize nuclear and space capabilities amid threats that Russia, China, and other nations pose in these areas. U.S. Strategic Command Commander Gen. Anthony Cotton said China was surpassing the U.S. in its number of fixed intercontinental ballistic missile launchers, and U.S. Space Command Commander Gen. Stephen Whiting said China and Russia have "transformed space into a contested warfighting domain." Though both generals urged for modernization, they also affirmed the strength of their respective commands' capabilities.
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Gov. Doug Burgum, Pollster Frank Luntz and Others at NGA Winter Meeting
1 hour, 51 minutesGov. Doug Bergum (R-ND) sat down with Netscape co-founder Marc Andreessen for a discussion on artificial intelligence (AI) and technological innovation during the National Governors Association Winter Meeting in Washington, DC. Also appearing was pollster and communications strategist Frank Luntz who discussed the need for depolarization and civility in American politics.
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U.S. Senate: 03/06/2024
3 hours, 23 minutesThe Senate will debate and vote on executive nominations including Ronald Keohane to be Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, first nominated by President Biden in September 2022.
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Panel Discusses Chinese Influence in Global South
52 minutesAcademics spoke at the Atlantic Council's conference on Chinese influence in the Global South. They discussed why China is interested in currying favor with developing nations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and other regions, explaining it is part of China's strategy to remake the international order. National University of Singapore's Bilahari Kausikan said that, despite this goal, the developing world does not think of the U.S. and China as an either/or scenario, but sees benefits in having solid relations with both superpowers.
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U.S. Senate: 03/06/2024
5 hours, 33 minutesThe Senate will debate and vote on executive nominations including Ronald Keohane to be Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, first nominated by President Biden in September 2022.
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Washington Journal: Rep. Ami Bera
13 minutesRep. Ami Bera (D-CA), a member of the Foreign Affairs and Intelligence committees, discussed upcoming government funding deadlines, border security, and conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
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U.S. Asst. Sec. of State on Chinese Influence in Global South
43 minutesU.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink spoke at the Atlantic Council's conference on Chinese influence in the Global South. He discussed how the U.S. is competing with China to establish solid relations with developing countries in the Global South, including those in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and other regions. Retired Gen. Tod Wolters, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, also spoke.
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Hearing on Plastic Waste & Consumer Packaging
1 hour, 24 minutesThe Senate Environment and Public Works Committee examined consumer packaging, recycling and how to reduce plastic waste during a public hearing. Among those testifying included Fick Johnson, president and CEO of SC Johnson.
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Senate Democrats Hold News Conference
16 minutesSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) joined other Democratic Sens. Debbie Stabenow (MI), Tina Smith (MN), and Catherine Cortez Masto (NV) for a news conference at the U.S. Capitol. Sen. Schumer said he was "deeply disappointed" that Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) had not lived up to the standards of a U.S. senator amid new bribery charges against Sen. Menendez. The senators also discussed President Biden's upcoming State of the Union speech and promoted his policy achievements.
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Senate Republicans Hold News Conference
15 minutesSenate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined other Senate Republican leaders for a news conference at the U.S. Capitol. Sen. McConnell was asked by reporters about his endorsement of Donald Trump for president in light of Sen. McConnell previously saying in Feb. 2021 that Mr. Trump was "practically and morally responsible" for the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Republican Senators discussed President Biden's upcoming State of the Union speech.
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Fmr. NFL Star Tim Tebow Testifies on Combating Child Sexual Abuse Material
1 hour, 43 minutesFormer NFL player Tim Tebow joined a panel of retired law enforcement and advocates as they testified on combating child sexual abuse material (CSAM) during a hearing before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance. They focused on efforts to identify and rescue CSAM victims and discussed potential legislation by Congress to provide resources. Other topics included collaboration between federal agencies and international authorities, efforts by Google to reduce exploitation, and how artificial intelligence can help identify victims.
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Campaign 2024: Nikki Haley Announces Exit from 2024 Presidential Race
8 minutesIn brief remarks from Charleston, South Carolina, 2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley announced she was ending her campaign for the White House. She said she wouldn't be endorsing her rival former President Donald Trump, saying he needed to earn her support and that of other Republicans who distrust his plans for a second term.
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Asst. Air Force Secretary on Space Acquisition Programs
1 hour, 3 minutesAssistant Air Force Secretary for Space Acquisition and Integration Frank Calvelli spoke at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, DC. He talked about improving the acquisition process, such as making bids between government and industry a win-win outcome. Also, he commented on the Odysseus spacecraft landing on the moon from the previous day, the first U.S.-made spacecraft to do so in over fifty years, saying, "commercial got to the moon--that's pretty damn cool."
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Washington Journal: Ryan Clancy
28 minutesRyan Clancy, Chief Strategist for No Labels discussed the centrist, bipartisan group's efforts to field a third-party ticket in 2024.
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U.S. Asst. Sec. of State on Chinese Influence in Global South
46 minutesU.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink spoke at the Atlantic Council's conference on Chinese influence in the Global South. He discussed how the U.S. is competing with China to establish solid relations with developing countries in the Global South, including those in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and other regions. Retired Gen. Tod Wolters, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, also spoke.
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Hearing on Plastic Waste & Consumer Packaging
1 hour, 24 minutesThe Senate Environment and Public Works Committee examined consumer packaging, recycling and how to reduce plastic waste during a public hearing. Among those testifying included Fick Johnson, president and CEO of SC Johnson.
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Montana Governor Discusses Affordable Housing Solutions
52 minutesMontana Gov. Greg Gianforte (R) discussed affordable housing challenges and solutions at an event hosted by the Bipartisan Policy Center. He gave an overview of reasons for population growth in the state and highlighted how a bipartisan taskforce identified multiple reforms, including reducing government regulations for contractors, allowing homeowners to have multi-person units on their property, and investing in trade education. The event was briefly interrupted by fossil fuel protesters. Montana is currently appealing the ruling in Held vs. Montana, a lawsuit requiring the state to consider greenhouse gas emissions when issuing fossil fuel-related permits.
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Fmr. NFL Star Tim Tebow Testifies on Combating Child Sexual Abuse Material
1 hour, 44 minutesFormer NFL player Tim Tebow joined a panel of retired law enforcement and advocates as they testified on combating child sexual abuse material (CSAM) during a hearing before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance. They focused on efforts to identify and rescue CSAM victims and discussed potential legislation by Congress to provide resources. Other topics included collaboration between federal agencies and international authorities, efforts by Google to reduce exploitation, and how artificial intelligence can help identify victims.
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Discussion With Winner & Finalists of Women Building Peace Award
1 hour, 18 minutesThe winner and finalists of the Women Building Peace Award joined the U.S. Institute of Peace for a discussion on their efforts in preventing conflict and fostering peace in their home countries, which are Congo, Haiti, Syria, and Kenya. The honorees spoke on the conflicts impacting their countries and touched on what the international community can do to help.