Government Executive's Eric Katz discusses how the pandemic is impacting federal workers, and Heritage Foundation's Hans von Spakovsky and National Vote At Home Institute's Amber McReynolds discuss the push for mail-in voting this fall.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument via teleconference due to the coronavirus pandemic. The case involves religious freedom and whether federal courts have a role in discrimination cases filed by employees employed by a religious institution.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The state's executive order, "New York State on PAUSE" is set to expire on Friday, May 15th, allowing select businesses to re-open under new criteria. Gov. Cuomo outlined these criteria and other guidelines regions must follow under phase one of re-opening. He said regions are responsible for tracking infection and hospitalization rates as an indicator on whether they can move to phase two of re-opening. Gov. Cuomo also spoke about lessons learned from other states re-opening efforts saying he does not want to repeat their mistakes.
The Heritage Foundation's Hans von Spakovsky discussesd potential changes and concerns about expanding vote-by-mail and absentee balloting for the November general election amid concerns of coronavirus.
Today's program looks at President Trump on coronavirus testing and two positive White House cases House Democrats ready another aid bill, reopening updates from NY, LA, VA, PA. Interview with Politico's Sarah Ferris.
Today's program looks at President Trump on coronavirus testing and two positive White House cases House Democrats ready another aid bill, reopening updates from NY, LA, VA, PA. Interview with Politico's Sarah Ferris.
President Trump joined White House officials at a news conference in the Rose Garden announcing updates and progress on coronavirus testing in the country. The president said the U.S. will pass 10 million tests conducted during the week and that the government will provide $1 billion in funding for states to increase testing capacity. He also responded to questions on the vice president's press secretary testing positive for the virus, relations with China, and on the killing of Ahmaud Arbery.
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The governor announced starting Friday, May 15, the state will enter phase one of its reopening plan and lift the stay-at-home order. Gov. Edwards also explained which businesses will be allowed to open and the safety guidelines they will be asked to follow. He said Louisiana is following the White House's reopening criteria and will continue to monitor cases across the state.
John Barry, author of "The Great Influenza," joins to discuss the coming months in the COVID-19 pandemic. Also joining is Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) to talk about the disease's impact on his state, as well as the Senate's upcoming work on Capitol Hill.
Today's program looks at President Trump on coronavirus testing and two positive White House cases House Democrats ready another aid bill, reopening updates from NY, LA, VA, PA. Interview with Politico's Sarah Ferris.
Today's program looks at President Trump on coronavirus testing and two positive White House cases House Democrats ready another aid bill, reopening updates from NY, LA, VA, PA. Interview with Politico's Sarah Ferris.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument via teleconference due to the coronavirus pandemic. The case involves religious freedom and whether federal courts have a role in discrimination cases filed by employees employed by a religious institution.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The state's executive order, "New York State on PAUSE" is set to expire on Friday, May 15th, allowing select businesses to re-open under new criteria. Gov. Cuomo outlined these criteria and other guidelines regions must follow under phase one of re-opening. He said regions are responsible for tracking infection and hospitalization rates as an indicator on whether they can move to phase two of re-opening. Gov. Cuomo also spoke about lessons learned from other states re-opening efforts saying he does not want to repeat their mistakes.
Senate gaveled in for legislation business. Senator Grassley spoke on the Senate floor about how the coronavirus is impacting farming. Afterwards Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell spoke about essential employees working during the pandemic
Senate Minority Leader Schumer spoke on the Senate floor criticizing McConnell's response to pandemic, saying more work is needed to be done. He also said in order for Americans to get back to work more testing needs to be done.
The Heritage Foundation's Hans von Spakovsky discussesd potential changes and concerns about expanding vote-by-mail and absentee balloting for the November general election amid concerns of coronavirus.
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The governor announced starting Friday, May 15, the state will enter phase one of its reopening plan and lift the stay-at-home order. Gov. Edwards also explained which businesses will be allowed to open and the safety guidelines they will be asked to follow. He said Louisiana is following the White House's reopening criteria and will continue to monitor cases across the state.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) and several of his administration officials provided an update on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The governor previewed when reopening measures would take place and said he would formally announce the details for phase one later in the week. He answered several questions on testing capacity in the state, surveys on nursing homes, and concerns over reopening the Northern Virginia region, which is part of the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area. Gov. Northam applauded the efforts of both the Washington, DC and Maryland governments for their coordination and handling of the reopening process.
