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12:00 AM EDT Approx. 7 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 12:00 AM EDT Approx. 6 hr. 17 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 12:00 AM EDT Approx. 5 hr. 2 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
07:00 AM EDT Approx. 3 hr. LIVE Washington Journal 04/17/2024 06:17 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 31 min. Discussion on International Finance & Development Caroline Atkinson, former deputy national security adviser for international economics under ... Caroline Atkinson, former deputy national security adviser for international economics under President Obama, joined other international economic policy advocates for a discussion on strengthening global development and financial cooperation. They discussed the role of the World Bank and other multilateral development banks (MDBs), enhancing the role of private industry, the need for increased cooperation among world powers, and the impacts of global challenges on development, such as climate change and migration. The Center for Global Development hosted this event. 05:02 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 16 min. National Transportation Safety Board Chair Testifies on Alaska Airlines Investigation & Transportation Safety "Boeing has not provided us with the documents and information that we have requested numerous ... "Boeing has not provided us with the documents and information that we have requested numerous times over the past few months, specifically with respect to opening, closing, and removal of the door," said National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy as she testified on transportation safety at a Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee hearing. Ms. Homendy overviewed the agency's needs and current safety investigations while discussing a variety of topics, including the East Palestine train derailment by Norfolk Southern railroad company, preventing runway incursions, and Tesla's automation safety concerns.
10:00 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 26 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big ... The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big tech companies without a search warrant as well as several bills to respond to the Iranian airstrikes on Israel. 07:48 AM EDT Approx. 17 min. Campaign 2024 Fmr. Pres. Trump Remarks at NYC Store After Hush-Money Trial Day 2 Former President Donald Trump visited a local convenience store in upper Manhattan following the ... Former President Donald Trump visited a local convenience store in upper Manhattan following the second day of his hush-money trial in New York. The Sanaa Convenience Store was the scene of a violent crime against an employee in July of 2022. Former President Trump met with the current owner of the store before speaking to reporters. He spoke about the trial against him in New York City on a hush-money trial and addressed the possible ousting of House Speaker Johnson. 07:18 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 24 min. Discussion on Civil Rights The National Urban League held a discussion on civil rights during its Empowerment Summit in ... The National Urban League held a discussion on civil rights during its Empowerment Summit in Washington, DC. Topics included youth civic participation and mobilizing the Black community to vote in the upcoming 2024 elections.
11:26 AM EDT Approx. 33 min. LIVE Aviation Safety Specialists Testify on Boeing Safety Culture Aviation safety specialists, including NASA's Safety Culture and Human Factors manager, testify on ... Aviation safety specialists, including NASA's Safety Culture and Human Factors manager, testify on Boeing's safety culture amid ongoing safety issues from the aircraft company. 08:05 AM EDT Approx. 8 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "BEYOND JUST SCI-FI" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries. 08:42 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 21 min. Federal Bureau of Prisons Dir. Testifies on Federal Prison Deaths Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael ... Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the rise of non-medical related deaths in the federal prison system. Several topics were touched upon, including the need for policy reform related to the use of solitary confinement and restrictive housing, mental health and substance abuse treatments, and concerns over illegal contraband, including drugs, cell phones and weapons. They also addressed the need for more funding and resources to address the prison system's aging infrastructure and the challenges related to the recruitment and retention of prison staff.
11:59 AM EDT Approx. 3 hr. 7 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big ... The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big tech companies without a search warrant as well as several bills to respond to the Iranian airstrikes on Israel. 08:13 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 8 min. Attorney General Testifies on President's 2025 Budget Request - Part 1 Attorney General Merrick Garland testified on the president's 2025 budget request for the Justice ... Attorney General Merrick Garland testified on the president's 2025 budget request for the Justice Department during a public hearing before a House Appropriations subcommittee. He was questioned by subcommittee members on a variety of topics including holding China and Mexico accountable for their role in the fentanyl crisis, the Justice Department's new rule for firearm dealers, voter identification, and hiring additional police officers and attorneys. When specifically asked about the Justice Department's special counsel report into President Biden's handling of classified documents and accounts of President Biden's mental fitness, Attorney General Garland said, "I have watched him expertly guide meetings of staff and cabinet members on issues of foreign affairs and military strategy and policy in the incredibly complex world in which we now face." He continued to say, "I could not have more confidence in the president." 10:03 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 19 min. LIVE Defense Sec. & Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Testify on 2025 Budget Request Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown, and Defense ... Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown, and Defense Comptroller Mike McCord testify on the president's 2025 budget request before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense.
03:06 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Defense Sec. & Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Testify on 2025 Budget Request "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will ... "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will provide us the opportunity to continue to provide security assistance to Israel," said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when asked what is needed to help Israel after recent strikes by Iran. The secretary, along with Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown and Defense Comptroller Mike McCord, appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense to testify on the president's 2025 budget request. Secretary Austin also stressed the importance of continued support for Ukraine and the threat Russian President Vladimir Putin poses if Ukraine loses the battle. Other topics discussed included modernization efforts, submarine and shipbuilding, healthcare for servicemembers and families, and challenges posed by China, Iran and North Korea. 09:21 AM EDT Approx. 59 min. Attorney General Testifies on President's 2025 Budget Request - Part 2 Attorney General Merrick Garland testified on the president's 2025 budget request for the Justice ... Attorney General Merrick Garland testified on the president's 2025 budget request for the Justice Department during a public hearing before a House Appropriations subcommittee. He was questioned by subcommittee members on a variety of topics including holding China and Mexico accountable for their role in the fentanyl crisis, the Justice Department's new rule for firearm dealers, voter identification, and hiring additional police officers and attorneys. When specifically asked about the Justice Department's special counsel report into President Biden's handling of classified documents and accounts of President Biden's mental fitness, Attorney General Garland said, "I have watched him expertly guide meetings of staff and cabinet members on issues of foreign affairs and military strategy and policy in the incredibly complex world in which we now face." He continued to say, "I could not have more confidence in the president." 12:22 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 32 min. Hearing on Houthi Strikes in Red Sea U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the ... U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the Middle East Daniel Shapiro testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism. They discussed securing the Red Sea following strikes on ships by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and answered questions on multiple topics including President Biden's legal authority to strike targets in Yemen, sanctions against Iran, and the redesignation of the Houthis as a global terrorist organization.
05:00 PM EDT Approx. 3 hr. 45 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big ... The House will consider legislation to bar the government from purchasing Americans' data from big tech companies without a search warrant as well as several bills to respond to the Iranian airstrikes on Israel. 10:20 AM EDT Approx. 40 min. House Presents Articles of Impeachment Against Homeland Secretary to Senate House lawmakers presented articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro ... House lawmakers presented articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate. This makes Secretary Mayorkas the second U.S. secretary to be impeached by the U.S. House, and the first in 150 years. Impeachment managers included Mark Green (R-TN), Michael McCaul (R-TX), Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Ben Cline (R-VA), Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), Michael Guest (R-MS), Harriet Hageman (R-WY), Clay Higgins (R-LA), Laurel Lee (R-FL), August Pfluger (R-TX), and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA). 01:54 PM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 41 min. Fmr. Ambassador Testifies on U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces ... Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces from Afghanistan, testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. He said he held the Afghan government's leadership mostly responsible for the Taliban's takeover of the country after the withdrawal, saying they did not stand up for their stated values. Mr. Khalilzad also discussed the negotiating process he undertook with the Taliban, which happened under the Trump administration, remarking that the administration's public comments about the negotiations were "not helpful." By the time President Trump left office in January 2021, U.S. troops in Afghanistan had been reduced to 2,500; President Biden completed the withdrawal eight months later.
08:45 PM EDT Approx. 22 min. Speaker Johnson Holds News Conference House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) held a news conference on the Republican party's legislative ... House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) held a news conference on the Republican party's legislative agenda amid White House support for a House-led national security supplemental and a failed impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. On the impeachment vote, Speaker Johnson said he was "deeply disappointed" in the Senate and stated, "If there's ever been a cabinet secretary that deserves to be impeached, he is that." He continued to discuss aid to Ukraine, and the threat of losing his job over the issue. Speaker Johson passionately said he was doing what he believed to be the "right thing" though the threat of job insecurity is on the table. Rep. Marjorie Taylore Greene (R-GA) previously threatened to offer a motion to vacate the speaker, should Ukraine aid come to the floor. Speaker Johnson responded to that threat, saying he had not asked Democrats to help save his job and, " If Marjorie brings the motion, she brings the motion." 11:00 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 28 min. LIVE U.S. Senate Live gavel-to-gavel coverage of the United States Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, ... Live gavel-to-gavel coverage of the United States Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, DC. 04:35 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Federal Bureau of Prisons Dir. Testifies on Federal Prison Deaths Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael ... Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the rise of non-medical related deaths in the federal prison system. Several topics were touched upon, including the need for policy reform related to the use of solitary confinement and restrictive housing, mental health and substance abuse treatments, and concerns over illegal contraband, including drugs, cell phones and weapons. They also addressed the need for more funding and resources to address the prison system's aging infrastructure and the challenges related to the recruitment and retention of prison staff.
09:07 PM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 19 min. Defense Sec. & Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Testify on 2025 Budget Request "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will ... "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will provide us the opportunity to continue to provide security assistance to Israel," said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when asked what is needed to help Israel after recent strikes by Iran. The secretary, along with Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown and Defense Comptroller Mike McCord, appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense to testify on the president's 2025 budget request. Secretary Austin also stressed the importance of continued support for Ukraine and the threat Russian President Vladimir Putin poses if Ukraine loses the battle. Other topics discussed included modernization efforts, submarine and shipbuilding, healthcare for servicemembers and families, and challenges posed by China, Iran and North Korea. 01:28 PM EDT Approx. 6 hr. 2 min. LIVE U.S. Senate U.S. Senate The Senate will resume consideration of the motion to proceed to the House-passed FISA ... The Senate will resume consideration of the motion to proceed to the House-passed FISA reauthorization bill and the impeachment trial will begin at 1pm. 06:29 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Hearing on Houthi Strikes in Red Sea U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the ... U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the Middle East Daniel Shapiro testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism. They discussed securing the Red Sea following strikes on ships by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and answered questions on multiple topics including President Biden's legal authority to strike targets in Yemen, sanctions against Iran, and the redesignation of the Houthis as a global terrorist organization.
11:26 PM EDT Approx. 27 min. President Biden Remarks on Manufacturing Jobs in Pittsburgh President Biden gave remarks in Pittsburgh on his administration's efforts to strengthen labor ... President Biden gave remarks in Pittsburgh on his administration's efforts to strengthen labor unions and steel manufacturing jobs. He announced a series of actions they're taking to reinforce support for United Steelworkers including ensuring fair competition with Chinese steel companies. The U.S. is currently investigating anti-trade practices by the Chinese government regarding steel and aluminum. The president said if anti-trade practices are confirmed he will call on U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai to triple the tariffs for steel and aluminum imports from China. President Biden's trip to Pittsburgh comes as he made his way across the Commonwealth in his bid for reelection. 07:30 PM EDT Approx. 18 min. Senate Majority Leader Holds Press Conference on Impeachment Trial "As suspected, the Republicans proved this afternoon that this whole impeachment was nothing more ... "As suspected, the Republicans proved this afternoon that this whole impeachment was nothing more than a political show," said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) during a press conference following the Senate's vote which killed the articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. He went on to say, "we felt very strongly that we had to set a precedent - that impeachment should never be sued to settle policy disagreements." The Senate leader also touched on border security, saying Democrats welcome a "serious debate" with Republicans over border security. 07:59 PM EDT Approx. 7 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "BEYOND JUST SCI-FI" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries.
11:53 PM EDT Approx. 16 min. House Democratic Leader Holds News Conference House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the Senate impeachment trial a GOP "political ... House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the Senate impeachment trial a GOP "political stunt." He added its "unfortunate" Republicans allow Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to drive the agenda on many topics. Rep. Jeffries' reaction came shortly after the Senate, along party lines, voted to dismiss the impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Other topics he discussed during this news conference included aid for Ukraine and other U.S. allies and the speakership of Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA). 07:48 PM EDT Approx. 29 min. U.S. Senate Opening of DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray (D-WA) convened the impeachment trial of Homeland ... Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray (D-WA) convened the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Members were sworn in as jurors and then signed the oath book. Majority Leader Schumer asked for unanimous consent for a time agreement on an impeachment trial resolution. Senator Schmitt (R-MO) objected to Senator Schumer's motion. Majority Leader Schumer then raised a point of order that the first impeachment article was unconstitutional. 08:06 PM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 41 min. Fmr. Ambassador Testifies on U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces ... Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces from Afghanistan, testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. He said he held the Afghan government's leadership mostly responsible for the Taliban's takeover of the country after the withdrawal, saying they did not stand up for their stated values. Mr. Khalilzad also discussed the negotiating process he undertook with the Taliban, which happened under the Trump administration, remarking that the administration's public comments about the negotiations were "not helpful." By the time President Trump left office in January 2021, U.S. troops in Afghanistan had been reduced to 2,500; President Biden completed the withdrawal eight months later.
12:09 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 5 min. Aviation Safety Specialists Testify on Boeing Safety Culture Aviation safety specialists testified on Boeing's safety culture amid ongoing issues with its ... Aviation safety specialists testified on Boeing's safety culture amid ongoing issues with its planes midair during a public hearing before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee. They discussed many issues including the Alaska Airlines door plug failure while in the air, reports of employees being penalized for raising safety concerns, and the role the FAA has in ensuring aircraft safety enforcement. Witnesses included Tracy Dillinger, NASA's safety culture and human factors manager, and Javier de Luis, a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) aeronautics and astronautics lecturer whose sister passed away in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash involving a Boeing 737 MAX 8. That deadly crash along with another one prompted regulators in the U.S. and worldwide to ground all Boeing 737 Max planes for inspections. In the U.S., these aircrafts were grounded for 20 months before they were recertified for safety by the FAA and resumed flights in December 2020. 08:17 PM EDT Approx. 48 min. U.S. Senate Senators Consider First Impeachment Article Against DHS Secretary Senators considered the first article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro ... Senators considered the first article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Majority Leader Schumer raised a point of order that Article 1 was unconstitutional. Republican Senators raised several points of order in objection. The Senate then voted to dismiss the first impeachment article against Secretary Mayorkas. 10:47 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Federal Bureau of Prisons Dir. Testifies on Federal Prison Deaths Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael ... Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the rise of non-medical related deaths in the federal prison system. Several topics were touched upon, including the need for policy reform related to the use of solitary confinement and restrictive housing, mental health and substance abuse treatments, and concerns over illegal contraband, including drugs, cell phones and weapons. They also addressed the need for more funding and resources to address the prison system's aging infrastructure and the challenges related to the recruitment and retention of prison staff.
02:14 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 18 min. Defense Sec. & Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Testify on 2025 Budget Request "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will ... "The most important thing that we can do right now is to pass the supplemental and that will provide us the opportunity to continue to provide security assistance to Israel," said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when asked what is needed to help Israel after recent strikes by Iran. The secretary, along with Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown and Defense Comptroller Mike McCord, appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense to testify on the president's 2025 budget request. Secretary Austin also stressed the importance of continued support for Ukraine and the threat Russian President Vladimir Putin poses if Ukraine loses the battle. Other topics discussed included modernization efforts, submarine and shipbuilding, healthcare for servicemembers and families, and challenges posed by China, Iran and North Korea. 09:05 PM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 9 min. U.S. Senate Senators Consider Second Impeachment Article Against DHS Secretary Senators considered the second article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary ... Senators considered the second article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Majority Leader Schumer raised a point of order that Article 2 was unconstitutional. Republican Senators raised several points of order in objection. The Senate then voted to dismiss the second impeachment article against Secretary Mayorkas. 12:41 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 31 min. Hearing on Houthi Strikes in Red Sea U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the ... U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking and Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary for the Middle East Daniel Shapiro testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism. They discussed securing the Red Sea following strikes on ships by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and answered questions on multiple topics including President Biden's legal authority to strike targets in Yemen, sanctions against Iran, and the redesignation of the Houthis as a global terrorist organization.
04:32 AM EDT Approx. 8 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "BEYOND JUST SCI-FI" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries. 10:14 PM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 43 min. U.S. Senate Senate Republicans After Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Following the conclusion of the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro ... Following the conclusion of the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, several Republican Senators spoke about their dismay that the Senate did not hold a full trial. 02:12 AM EDT Approx. 8 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "BEYOND JUST SCI-FI" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries.
04:40 AM EDT Approx. 26 min. President Biden Remarks on Manufacturing Jobs in Pittsburgh President Biden gave remarks in Pittsburgh on his administration's efforts to strengthen labor ... President Biden gave remarks in Pittsburgh on his administration's efforts to strengthen labor unions and steel manufacturing jobs. He announced a series of actions they're taking to reinforce support for United Steelworkers including ensuring fair competition with Chinese steel companies. The U.S. is currently investigating anti-trade practices by the Chinese government regarding steel and aluminum. The president said if anti-trade practices are confirmed he will call on U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai to triple the tariffs for steel and aluminum imports from China. President Biden's trip to Pittsburgh comes as he made his way across the Commonwealth in his bid for reelection. 12:57 AM EDT Approx. 14 min. Senate Majority Leader Holds Press Conference on Impeachment Trial "As suspected, the Republicans proved this afternoon that this whole impeachment was nothing more ... "As suspected, the Republicans proved this afternoon that this whole impeachment was nothing more than a political show," said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) during a press conference following the Senate's vote which killed the articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. He went on to say, "we felt very strongly that we had to set a precedent - that impeachment should never be sued to settle policy disagreements." The Senate leader also touched on border security, saying Democrats welcome a "serious debate" with Republicans over border security. 02:20 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Federal Bureau of Prisons Dir. Testifies on Federal Prison Deaths Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael ... Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the rise of non-medical related deaths in the federal prison system. Several topics were touched upon, including the need for policy reform related to the use of solitary confinement and restrictive housing, mental health and substance abuse treatments, and concerns over illegal contraband, including drugs, cell phones and weapons. They also addressed the need for more funding and resources to address the prison system's aging infrastructure and the challenges related to the recruitment and retention of prison staff.
05:06 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 12 min. Hearing on Shell Companies & Transnational Crime The Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control held a hearing to examine the role of shell ... The Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control held a hearing to examine the role of shell companies in facilitating transnational crime, such as fentanyl trafficking. Key topics included bad actors using such companies for money laundering and cartels using registered U.S. aircraft to smuggle illegal drugs. The Corporate Transparency Act was passed in 2021, which is intended to outlaw anonymous U.S. shell companies. 01:11 AM EDT Approx. 7 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "BEYOND JUST SCI-FI" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries. 04:14 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 41 min. Fmr. Ambassador Testifies on U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces ... Zalmay Khalilzad, the ambassador who negotiated the U.S.-Taliban deal to withdraw military forces from Afghanistan, testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. He said he held the Afghan government's leadership mostly responsible for the Taliban's takeover of the country after the withdrawal, saying they did not stand up for their stated values. Mr. Khalilzad also discussed the negotiating process he undertook with the Taliban, which happened under the Trump administration, remarking that the administration's public comments about the negotiations were "not helpful." By the time President Trump left office in January 2021, U.S. troops in Afghanistan had been reduced to 2,500; President Biden completed the withdrawal eight months later.
06:18 AM EDT Approx. 20 min. Speaker Johnson Holds News Conference House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) held a news conference on the Republican party's legislative ... House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) held a news conference on the Republican party's legislative agenda amid White House support for a House-led national security supplemental and a failed impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. On the impeachment vote, Speaker Johnson said he was "deeply disappointed" in the Senate and stated, "If there's ever been a cabinet secretary that deserves to be impeached, he is that." He continued to discuss aid to Ukraine, and the threat of losing his job over the issue. Speaker Johson passionately said he was doing what he believed to be the "right thing" though the threat of job insecurity is on the table. Rep. Marjorie Taylore Greene (R-GA) previously threatened to offer a motion to vacate the speaker, should Ukraine aid come to the floor. Speaker Johnson responded to that threat, saying he had not asked Democrats to help save his job and, " If Marjorie brings the motion, she brings the motion." 01:18 AM EDT Approx. 42 min. Lawmakers Discuss the Equal Rights Amendment - Part 1 Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) ... Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) discussed the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) at an event hosted by Georgetown University Law School. They advocated for the amendment to become a permanent fixture in the constitution and discussed its importance. Additionally, they discussed how not fortifying the amendment could leave it open to interpretation by the Supreme Court. 06:55 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 52 min. Federal Bureau of Prisons Dir. Testifies on Federal Prison Deaths Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael ... Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters and Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the rise of non-medical related deaths in the federal prison system. Several topics were touched upon, including the need for policy reform related to the use of solitary confinement and restrictive housing, mental health and substance abuse treatments, and concerns over illegal contraband, including drugs, cell phones and weapons. They also addressed the need for more funding and resources to address the prison system's aging infrastructure and the challenges related to the recruitment and retention of prison staff.
06:38 AM EDT Approx. 13 min. House Democratic Leader Holds News Conference House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the Senate impeachment trial a GOP "political ... House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the Senate impeachment trial a GOP "political stunt." He added its "unfortunate" Republicans allow Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to drive the agenda on many topics. Rep. Jeffries' reaction came shortly after the Senate, along party lines, voted to dismiss the impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Other topics he discussed during this news conference included aid for Ukraine and other U.S. allies and the speakership of Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA). 02:00 AM EDT Approx. 29 min. U.S. Senate Opening of DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray (D-WA) convened the impeachment trial of Homeland ... Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray (D-WA) convened the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Members were sworn in as jurors and then signed the oath book. Majority Leader Schumer asked for unanimous consent for a time agreement on an impeachment trial resolution. Senator Schmitt (R-MO) objected to Senator Schumer's motion. Majority Leader Schumer then raised a point of order that the first impeachment article was unconstitutional. 08:47 AM EDT Approx. 15 hr. 13 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
06:51 AM EDT Approx. 8 min. STUDENTCAM 2024 WINNER "UNSEEN HEROES" Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary ... Over thirty-two hundred students from across the country participated in the 20-year anniversary of C-SPAN's Student Cam documentary competition. All this month, we featured our top 21 winning entries. 02:29 AM EDT Approx. 48 min. U.S. Senate Senators Consider First Impeachment Article Against DHS Secretary Senators considered the first article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro ... Senators considered the first article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Majority Leader Schumer raised a point of order that Article 1 was unconstitutional. Republican Senators raised several points of order in objection. The Senate then voted to dismiss the first impeachment article against Secretary Mayorkas.
06:59 AM EDT Approx. 17 hr. 1 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 03:17 AM EDT Approx. 1 hr. 9 min. U.S. Senate Senators Consider Second Impeachment Article Against DHS Secretary Senators considered the second article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary ... Senators considered the second article of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Majority Leader Schumer raised a point of order that Article 2 was unconstitutional. Republican Senators raised several points of order in objection. The Senate then voted to dismiss the second impeachment article against Secretary Mayorkas.
04:26 AM EDT Approx. 2 hr. 43 min. U.S. Senate Senate Republicans After Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Following the conclusion of the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro ... Following the conclusion of the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, several Republican Senators spoke about their dismay that the Senate did not hold a full trial.
07:09 AM EDT Approx. 16 hr. 51 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.