Danielle Gershkovich, sister of detained journalist Evan Gershkovich, joined journalists and advocates as they advocated for press freedom. Topics included the safety and security of journalists abroad, human rights and the push for press coverage in Gaza, and the status of detained journalists in Russia and Syria. The Washington Post hosted this event.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Easterly and U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy Nathaniel Fick were among the federal officials discussing the United States' international cyberspace and digital policy strategy during a conversation hosted by the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. Topics discussed included security priorities, artificial intelligence (AI), the role of allies and partners in forming digital policy, and challenges from adversaries, such as China and Russia.
Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control Mallory Stewart discussed reports that Russia was developing a space-based nuclear weapon to destroy satellites. She said the U.S. was "extremely concerned" about this, though clarified that it was not an imminent threat. Ms. Stewart then spoke about Russia recently vetoing a United Nations Security Council resolution that called on countries to not deploy nuclear weapons in space--a provision already stated in the 1967 Outer Space Treaty. The resolution was sponsored by the U.S. and Japan; 13 countries voted for it, and China abstained. The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted this fireside chat.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, Deputy Commerce Secretary Don Graves, and FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam. Also, leaders from government and industry discussed the various infrastructure laws passed during President Biden's tenure and how they applied to workforce training, chip manufacturing, and the electrical grid.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from Luke McGowan, former White House senior adviser for economic recovery in the Biden administration.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event featured Reps. Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Garret Graves (R-LA), a discussion on artificial intelligence, and White House official Samantha Silverberg on implementing President Biden's infrastructure agenda.
2024 Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced to supporters in Austin, Texas that he has made it on to the ballot for the state's presidential primary election. The candidate and his vice-presidential pick Nicole Shanahan thanked voters for their support. Kennedy's campaign has been actively working to get him on the ballot in states across the country with success in two battleground states, Michigan and Nevada. He has also made it on the ballot in California, Delaware, Iowa and Nebraska. The campaign has now set its sights on New York.
Neil Chilson, former Federal Trade Commission Chief Technologist and head of AI Policy for the tech think tank The Abundance Institute, discussed new research on the potential role of AI in Campaign 2024.
The Senate will consider the nomination of Courtney O'Donnell to be U.S. Permanent Representative to the U.N. Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO). She's a senior adviser to VP Harris & second gentleman Emhoff's acting chief of staff.
Vice President Kamala Harris sat down for a conversation with comedian and actor Jimmy O. Yang during the National Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies leadership summit in Washington, DC. She spoke about breaking down barriers and the importance of democracy. The vice president also spoke on women's reproductive rights and gun control.
Neil Chilson, former Federal Trade Commission Chief Technologist and head of AI Policy for the tech think tank The Abundance Institute, discussed new research on the potential role of AI in Campaign 2024.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, Deputy Commerce Secretary Don Graves, and FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam. Also, leaders from government and industry discussed the various infrastructure laws passed during President Biden's tenure and how they applied to workforce training, chip manufacturing, and the electrical grid.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from Luke McGowan, former White House senior adviser for economic recovery in the Biden administration.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event featured Reps. Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Garret Graves (R-LA), a discussion on artificial intelligence, and White House official Samantha Silverberg on implementing President Biden's infrastructure agenda.
The American Enterprise Institute held a conference on the state of civic education. Higher education professionals from the University of Maryland and University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill discussed the status of politics in America and its impact on American universities. Topics included the importance of the humanities, polarization in America, critical thinking, and how universities can pivot from a service-oriented model to a new model of civic education on college campuses.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, Deputy Commerce Secretary Don Graves, and FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam. Also, leaders from government and industry discussed the various infrastructure laws passed during President Biden's tenure and how they applied to workforce training, chip manufacturing, and the electrical grid.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event included remarks from Luke McGowan, former White House senior adviser for economic recovery in the Biden administration.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and United for Infrastructure held an annual "Infrastructure Week" conference in Washington, DC. This portion of the event featured Reps. Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Garret Graves (R-LA), a discussion on artificial intelligence, and White House official Samantha Silverberg on implementing President Biden's infrastructure agenda.
The American Enterprise Institute held a conference on the state of civic education. Higher education professionals from the University of Maryland and University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill discussed the status of politics in America and its impact on American universities. Topics included the importance of the humanities, polarization in America, critical thinking, and how universities can pivot from a service-oriented model to a new model of civic education on college campuses.