Washington Journal's annual holiday Authors Week series continues with Trump administration officials Ja'Ron Smith and Chris Pilkerton discussing their book "Underserved."
"There is no magic pot of money that we can draw from the support that we have designated for Ukraine, that is running out, it's running down. We are nearly out of money that we need," said Secretary of State Antony Blinken when asked during his year-end news conference about the implications of a delay or stoppage in aid for Ukraine if a supplemental funding request does not pass in Congress. On the Israel-Hamas war, the secretary asked, "how can it be, that there are no demands made of the aggressor, and only demands made of the victim," in response to criticisms of Israel's retaliation against Hamas. Other topics addressed included U.S. hostages around the world, China and the Taiwan Strait, and strengthening partnerships with friends and allies across the globe.
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke and CFPB Director Rohit Chopra annouce a Justice Department lawsuit against Colony Ridge properties, alleging the Texas-based developer engages in predatory mortgage lending practices against Hispanics.
The United Nations Security Council debated and voted on a resolution to increase aid to Gaza and focus on the release of hostages amid the Israel-Hamas War. Of the 15-member body, 13 members voted for the resolution. The United States and Russia abstained from the vote. "Today, this council called for urgent steps to immediately allow safe, unhindered humanitarian access," said U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas-Greenfield.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres held a news conference after the U.N. Security Council passed a resolution calling for more humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. He said neither Hamas' Oct. 7 attack against Israel nor Israel's retaliation against Palestinians in Gaza could be justified. He then outlined the elements needed for an "effective aid operation" for Gaza: security, staff who could work in safe conditions, logistical capacity for trucks, and resumption of commercial activities. Mr. Guterres also repeated his calls for a ceasefire, saying it was "the only way to begin to meet the desperate needs of people in Gaza and end their ongoing nightmare," and said he was "extremely disappointed" by Israel putting a two-state solution into question. While this news conference occurred, the U.N. Security Council's meeting was still in session.
It's time for the annual year-end tradition! C-SPAN's "The Weekly" looks back at the year in Congress. For 2023, it's a special double-episode of the podcast Back-to-back year-enders for Congress. The first one just in time for Christmas - It's the Year in Congress in Jesus - that is, mentions of Jesus. From both Republicans and Democrats. Who talked about Jesus in Congress in 2023? And what did they say? Find out in the latest episode of C-SPAN's podcast "The Weekly" - Listen to it on Christmas - or on any other day. Then come back the following week for our second year-ender Part 2 of 2023 in Congress It's The Year of mentions of . Well, you'll just have to tune in to find out.
Up-to-date highlights from candidates' speeches, interviews with political insiders, the latest poll numbers, fundraising stats, and political ads. Witness the campaign unfold in every episode. This week, C-SPAN was on the road in Iowa as 2024 presidential candidates brought along surrogates to help make their cases to caucusgoers, with just three weeks to go until the Hawkeye State's first-in-the-nation contest. Florida Congressman Matt Gates stumped for former President Donald Trump in Iowa. Governor Ron DeSantis was with Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, also in the Hawkeye State. Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met with voters in Phoenix. Also, conversations with political reporters Stephen Gruber-Miller and Paul Steinhauser on the latest campaign news in New Hampshire and Iowa.
The New Hampshire Institute of Politics hosted the Lesser-Known Candidates forum, giving declared candidates an opportunity to share their positions on important topics at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire. This portion features 2024 Democratic candidates.
Prosperity gospel scholar, Kate Bowler, discussed her memoir, "Everything Happens for a Reason," in which she reflects on being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 35.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak testified on domestic, global, and economic issues before the House of Commons Liaison Committee. Several topics were addressed, including illegal immigration, Ukraine's war with Russia and the Israel-Hamas war, state of the economy and cost of living concerns, and climate change and clean energy commitments. The committee is made up of chairs from the House of Commons' select committees.
Prosperity gospel scholar, Kate Bowler, discussed her memoir, "Everything Happens for a Reason," in which she reflects on being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 35.
Former Trump administration officials Chris Pilkerton and Ja'Ron Smith discussed their book "Underserved: Harnessing the Principles of Lincoln's Vision for Reconstruction for Today's Forgotten Communities."
Prosperity gospel scholar, Kate Bowler, discussed her memoir, "Everything Happens for a Reason," in which she reflects on being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 35.