Tea Party Patriots' Jenny Beth Martin discusses President Trump's re-election strategy, Lawyers' Committee's Kristen Clarke discusses voting rights, and Bipartisan Policy Center's Shai Akabas discusses the debate over extending unemployment benefits
The acting U.S. Park Police Chief Gregory Monahan testifies on the agency's role in clearing protesters in Lafayette Square back in June for the president's visit to St. John's Church nearby.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called on Democrats to negotiate with Republicans on a new coronavirus relief bill or, he said, no bill will be passed. On Monday, the Kentucky Republican unveiled a $1 trillion dollar plan to continue coronavirus-related unemployment, but reduce the additional payment, for another round of $1,200 checks to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, and to provide more money to states.
Senate Republican leaders spoke to reporters about their coronavirus relief package proposal. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said they would not vote on a bill unless it has liability protections. He also spoke about changes to the unemployment insurance program, saying they do not want to give incentives for people to stay home instead of going to work.
Bipartisan Policy Center Economic policy director Shai Akabas discussed the Congressional debate over extending unemployment benefits during the coronavirus pandemic.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke to reporters in the Capitol following a meeting with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows on additional coronavirus relief legislation. Among other provisions in the proposal, the Democratic leaders took issue with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's (R-KY) insistence that the bill include broad liability protections for corporations. Speaker Pelosi said she did not believe that Sen. McConnell was serious about getting a deal made, however, she said negotiations would continue the following day.
Joe Biden, the presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee, delivered remarks on his "Build Back Better" plan on advanced racial equity in America's economy, including the role of the Federal Reserve and the need to consider representation internally. Mr. Biden talked about his commitment to fight systemic racism through his economic plan. Also, he answered questions from reporters including the timing on naming his vice presidential nominee and the reopening of schools and sports during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Trump gave an update on the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic at the White House. The president announced that Eastman Kodak, a company known for cameras and film, will begin to manufacture critical pharmaceutical ingredients for many of the generic drugs used in this country. According to the president, this is an effort to reduce reliance on foreign countries for America's medical needs. When asked about tweets regarding Dr. Fauci, President Trump said he has a good relationship with the doctor, but went on to say "he's got this high approval rating, so, why don't I have a high approval rating with respect, and the administration, with respect to the virus."
Attorney General William Barr testified on the Justice Department's mission and programs in an oversight hearing before the House Judiciary Committee. This portion includes opening remarks from Mr. Barr, and part of questions and answers.
The acting U.S. Park Police Chief Gregory Monahan testifies on the agency's role in clearing protesters in Lafayette Square back in June for the president's visit to St. John's Church nearby.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called on Democrats to negotiate with Republicans on a new coronavirus relief bill or, he said, no bill will be passed. On Monday, the Kentucky Republican unveiled a $1 trillion dollar plan to continue coronavirus-related unemployment, but reduce the additional payment, for another round of $1,200 checks to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, and to provide more money to states.
Senate Republican leaders spoke to reporters about their coronavirus relief package proposal. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said they would not vote on a bill unless it has liability protections. He also spoke about changes to the unemployment insurance program, saying they do not want to give incentives for people to stay home instead of going to work.
