Wilson Center's Aaron Jones discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted Congressional operations and its response, and National Constitution Center's Jeffrey Rosen discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court for the first time in history hears oral argument via teleconference. The case concerns a popular travel reservation company's fight to trademark its website, booking.com.
Following Leader remarks, the Senate will begin debate on the nomination of Robert Feitel to be Inspector General of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). A final confirmation vote is expected.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), House Minority Leader, discussed the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Congress during a virtual conversation hosted by Politico Playbook. McCarthy talked about a bi-partisan plan to safely return members of Congress to the Capitol. He disagreed with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) on testing members of Congress for the coronavirus saying, "As we open up we cannot assume there will not be a flare-up somewhere." Leader McCarthy also discussed additional legislation related to the coronavirus pandemic, arguing any future funding should go directly to cities.
Defense Secretary Mark Esper discussed the military role during the coronavirus pandemic at a virtual event hosted by the Brookings Institution. Secretary Esper discussed the impact coronavirus has had on military recruitment, training, and personal safety. He also talked about how the U.S. is monitoring American adversaries on issues related and unrelated to coronavirus.
Today's program looks at the first Supreme Court oral argument by phone and live with Washington Post reporter Robert Barnes, Senate returns to session, and FDA Commissioner on new coronavirus test requirements.
Today's program looks at the first Supreme Court oral argument by phone and live with Washington Post reporter Robert Barnes, Senate returns to session, and FDA Commissioner on new coronavirus test requirements.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) announced plans for the first phase of easing restrictions and reopening businesses in the state on or after May 14. He outlined the course of action for businesses, retail shops and other public sites, like campgrounds, stressing that even though some restrictions would be lifted, staying at home and practicing social distancing was still the best defense against the virus until a vaccine was developed. During his coronavirus briefing, he also answered questions on the current cases in the state, the status of a lawsuit filed against him by a Virginia church and coordinating reopening efforts with Maryland and DC governments.
FDA officials held a media briefing Monday morning to discuss policy revisions impacting antibody testing. Joining the call were FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn, M.D., and director of the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health Jeff Shuren, M.D. Following statements, they took questions from reporters.
Dr. Lipi Roy of New York University joins to talk about some of the more severe non-pulmonary effects COVID-19 is having on U.S. patients. Dr. Mark Poznansky of Massachusetts General Hospital also joins to discuss work on "self-assembling" vaccines.
Today's program looks at the first Supreme Court oral argument by phone and live with Washington Post reporter Robert Barnes, Senate returns to session, and FDA Commissioner on new coronavirus test requirements.
The Supreme Court for the first time in history hears oral argument via teleconference. The case concerns a popular travel reservation company's fight to trademark its website, booking.com.
Following Leader remarks, the Senate will begin debate on the nomination of Robert Feitel to be Inspector General of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). A final confirmation vote is expected.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), House Minority Leader, discussed the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Congress during a virtual conversation hosted by Politico Playbook. McCarthy talked about a bi-partisan plan to safely return members of Congress to the Capitol. He disagreed with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) on testing members of Congress for the coronavirus saying, "As we open up we cannot assume there will not be a flare-up somewhere." Leader McCarthy also discussed additional legislation related to the coronavirus pandemic, arguing any future funding should go directly to cities.
Defense Secretary Mark Esper discussed the military role during the coronavirus pandemic at a virtual event hosted by the Brookings Institution. Secretary Esper discussed the impact coronavirus has had on military recruitment, training, and personal safety. He also talked about how the U.S. is monitoring American adversaries on issues related and unrelated to coronavirus.
A Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs subcommittee held a virtual hearing to discuss remote voting during the coronavirus pandemic. Technology experts and legal scholars talked about the challenges related to utilizing new technologies to operate the Senate remotely, including the constitutionality of moving procedures online and concerns about security.
