Atlanta Journal Constitution's Patricia Murphy discusses the Georgia U.S. Senate runoff races, journalist and author Garrett Graff discusses the delayed White House transition, and former Bush HHS Michael Leavitt discusses the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Washington Post held a discussion with Former National Security Advisor John Bolton on Washington Post Live. Bolton urged for a smooth presidential transition, and brought up national security concerns.
Vice President Pence and members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force held a briefing about the development and distribution of a coronavirus vaccine and measures Americans could take to protect themselves before a vaccine was available. Dr. Deborah Birx warned that people should continue practicing public health safety measures and "limit interactions indoors." Dr. Anthony Fauci promised "help is on the way," but warned people to continue to be vigilant in their fight against the coronavirus pandemic. CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield also encouraged allowing children to return to school saying the CDC had not seen K-12 schools and universities as a major source of spread within communities.
President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris spoke to reporters following a virtual meeting with the National Governors Association concerning the coronavirus pandemic and the economy. The president-elect said he stood ready to work with all state and local governments to get the virus under control and rebuild the economy. He reiterated that he would not impose a nationwide lockdown. On the transition front, President-elect Biden said he had not ruled out taking legal action against the General Services Administration (GSA) for not recognizing the election win and giving his team access to information for the transition of power.
Journalist and author Garrett Graff, currently a director for cyber initiatives for the Aspen Digital program at the Aspen Institute, discussed the White House transition process and implications for national security.
Journalist and author Garrett Graff, currently a director for cyber initiatives for the Aspen Digital program at the Aspen Institute, discussed the White House transition process and implications for national security.
Former Bush HHS Secretary and Utah Governor Michael Leavitt discussed the delay in the White House transition and potential impact on the U.S. coronavirus pandemic response.
Former Bush HHS Secretary and Utah Governor Michael Leavitt discussed the delay in the White House transition and potential impact on the U.S. coronavirus pandemic response.
National Journal hosted a post-election summit discussing the results of the 2020 election. Atlantic Senior Editor Ron Brownstein and Cook Political Report Editor and Publisher Charlie Cook talked about trends in the recent election and what both parties should learn from the results. The panelists also discussed how the election results could impact future policy making.
A Senate subcommittee examined federal agencies' response to and transition to telework during the pandemic. They also spoke about how remote working can be beneficial for recruitment, retention, and cost savings after the pandemic ends. Government officials testifying included those representing the Social Security Administration, Transportation Department, Labor Department. and the Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Journalist and author Garrett Graff, currently a director for cyber initiatives for the Aspen Digital program at the Aspen Institute, discussed the White House transition process and implications for national security.
Filmmaker James Taing discussed his documentary "Ghost Mountain," about the 1979 massacre of Cambodian survivors of Pol Pot's Killing Fields by Thai soldiers along the Thailand-Cambodia border. The documentary features James Taing's father, Bunseng Taing, who survived both atrocities.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson participated in Question Time remotely and fielded questions from members in the House of Commons primarily on the government's response to the coronavirus pandemic. The prime minister, who was self-isolating at home after coming in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, answered questions on U.K.'s current lockdown, Scottish independence, and concerns that even with contact tracing measures, many low-income families cannot afford to self-isolate.
The Senate Rules and Administration Committee held a confirmation hearing for three nominees to the Federal Election Commission (FEC): Shana Broussard, Sean Cooksey and Allen Dickerson. The senators asked the nominees how they viewed the role of the FEC and what their approach to the job would be. None of the nominees said they had any reason to doubt the legitimacy of the 2020 election. If confirmed, the FEC would once again have a quorum with which to conduct business.
Filmmaker James Taing discussed his documentary "Ghost Mountain," about the 1979 massacre of Cambodian survivors of Pol Pot's Killing Fields by Thai soldiers along the Thailand-Cambodia border. The documentary features James Taing's father, Bunseng Taing, who survived both atrocities.
Our guest this week discusses the history of the White House transitions between administrations. She provides background on what transitions have worked in the past and what changes may come in the future.
Journalist and author Garrett Graff, currently a director for cyber initiatives for the Aspen Digital program at the Aspen Institute, discussed the White House transition process and implications for national security.
Former Bush HHS Secretary and Utah Governor Michael Leavitt discussed the delay in the White House transition and potential impact on the U.S. coronavirus pandemic response.
Former Bush HHS Secretary and Utah Governor Michael Leavitt discussed the delay in the White House transition and potential impact on the U.S. coronavirus pandemic response.
Filmmaker James Taing discussed his documentary "Ghost Mountain," about the 1979 massacre of Cambodian survivors of Pol Pot's Killing Fields by Thai soldiers along the Thailand-Cambodia border. The documentary features James Taing's father, Bunseng Taing, who survived both atrocities.
