CNBC retail reporter Lauren Thomas discusses how the Covid-19 pandemic is impacting the retail industry and Foundation for the Defense of Democracies' Behnam Ben Taleblu discusses the future of U.S.-Iran relations under a Biden administration.
A Senate Appropriations subcommittee held a hearing with State Department and USAID officials on efforts to combat ocean plastic pollution. Prior to witness testimony, Sens. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) appeared before the subcommittee to outline bipartisan efforts in reducing marine debris. The hearing also addressed the economic and environmental consequences of plastic pollution, waste management assistance for developing nations and global initiatives aimed at supporting ocean conservation.
The House Rules Committee held a virtual "Member's Day" hearing on possible rule changes for the 117th Congress. Several topics were discussed, including modernization efforts in congress, re-establishing congressionally directed spending rules (commonly referred to as earmarks), the realignment of committee jurisdictions in relation to the agencies they serve, the use of the proxy vote, and strengthening the constitutional powers afforded to Congress. Several members testified before the committee, including Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-SC).
President Clinton discussed affordable housing and the racial wealth gap with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) and Caliber Home Loans CEO Sajiv Das. The Clinton Foundation hosted this virtual event.
First Lady Melania Trump received the White House Christmas tree from the North Portico of the White House. This year's tree is a Fraser Fir from Dan and Bryan Trees of West Virginia.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, discussed the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic during a virtual conversation with the Washington Post. Dr. Fauci warned against traveling for the holidays in the midst of a "surge, transposed on a surge" and said indoor gatherings with people from different households could cause a spike in cases. He also said news of a third 90% effective vaccine trial from AstraZeneca could be a "good sign" for the potential of multiple, efficacious vaccines. When questioned about conversations with President-elect Joe Biden, Dr. Fauci said the two had not spoken since the election.
Author and historian Harold Holzer examined the relationship, often hostile, between the media and U.S. presidents going back to George Washington. During part two of our two-part interview with Mr. Holzer, he talked about presidents from FDR to Donald Trump.
The Senate Rules Committee held a hearing on two new Smithsonian museums proposals: the American Women's History Museum and the National Museum of the American Latino. Senators from both parties spoke in favor of the proposals, highlighting the need for the experiences of American women and Latinos to be included in its own museum. Among the witnesses testifying was Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who led the effort and was the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Actress and activist Eva Longoria also testified remotely, calling on Congress to "correct the record" on the Latino contribution in the United States and provide a more inclusive appreciation of their experience through the Smithsonian museums.
Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary of State and former White House Chief of Staff James Baker.
Netflix cofounder and CEO Reed Hastings and business professor Erin Meyer discussed the unorthodox workplace culture behind one of the largest tech companies in the world in their book "No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention."
The Senate Rules Committee held a hearing on two new Smithsonian museums proposals: the American Women's History Museum and the National Museum of the American Latino. Senators from both parties spoke in favor of the proposals, highlighting the need for the experiences of American women and Latinos to be included in its own museum. Among the witnesses testifying was Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who led the effort and was the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Actress and activist Eva Longoria also testified remotely, calling on Congress to "correct the record" on the Latino contribution in the United States and provide a more inclusive appreciation of their experience through the Smithsonian museums.
President-elect Joe Biden announced key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State and John Kerry as the new special presidential envoy for climate. President-elect Biden said his foreign policy and national security team will make Americans proud again and restore the reputation of the U.S. globally. Following the remarks, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris closed out the event with brief comments, saying the team announced "reflects the best of our nation."
The Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee held a hearing on simplifying the student aid application known as Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA.) Senators and witnesses discussed the importance of shortening the FAFSA application and how it would benefit minority students and those from low income backgrounds. They also discussed how the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the higher education system and more students need for financial aid due to the unstable economy. Senators praised Chair Lamar Alexander's (R-TN) leadership on the committee and the issue. The hearing was mostly virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) joined a virtual discussion with the New York Times to talk about progressive priorities for President-elect Biden's administration. Sen. Warren talked about her hope that the incoming administration would address a growing wealth gap, college loan debt and economic hardships due to the coronavirus pandemic. She also discussed her concerns about the delay in beginning the presidential transition and her thoughts on personnel in President-elect Biden's administration.
A federal judge in the Middle District of Pennsylvania heard oral argument in a case filed by President Trump's campaign challenging the Pennsylvania presidential election count in favor of President-elect Joe Biden. In this portion of the nearly four-hour-long proceeding, the president's lead attorney and former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani laid out why they were challenging the results of the election. Attorneys for Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Kathy Boockvar and the counties of Philadelphia, Allegheny, Montgomery and Chester also spoke and outlined their arguments for case dismissal.
The Senate Rules Committee held a hearing on two new Smithsonian museums proposals: the American Women's History Museum and the National Museum of the American Latino. Senators from both parties spoke in favor of the proposals, highlighting the need for the experiences of American women and Latinos to be included in its own museum. Among the witnesses testifying was Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who led the effort and was the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Actress and activist Eva Longoria also testified remotely, calling on Congress to "correct the record" on the Latino contribution in the United States and provide a more inclusive appreciation of their experience through the Smithsonian museums.
Brookings Institution's John Hudak discusses the trend in the U.S. towards legalization of recreational marijuana use and Main Street Alliance's Amanda Ballantyne discusses challenges facing small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Senate Rules Committee held a hearing on two new Smithsonian museums proposals: the American Women's History Museum and the National Museum of the American Latino. Senators from both parties spoke in favor of the proposals, highlighting the need for the experiences of American women and Latinos to be included in its own museum. Among the witnesses testifying was Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who led the effort and was the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Actress and activist Eva Longoria also testified remotely, calling on Congress to "correct the record" on the Latino contribution in the United States and provide a more inclusive appreciation of their experience through the Smithsonian museums.
Netflix cofounder and CEO Reed Hastings and business professor Erin Meyer discussed the unorthodox workplace culture behind one of the largest tech companies in the world in their book "No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention."
California environmental regulator Mary Nichols is said to be on the short list to become EPA administrator in the Biden administration. She discussed climate and environmental issues at the Commonwealth Club of California.
The New York Times hosted a virtual discussion with African American business leaders on race and economic opportunity. Speakers included former Xerox Corporation CEO Ursula Burns, Vista Equity Partners Founder and CEO Robert Smith along with Michael "Killer Mike" Render, a hip hop artist, entrepreneur and social activist.
President-elect Joe Biden announced key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State and John Kerry as the new special presidential envoy for climate. President-elect Biden said his foreign policy and national security team will make Americans proud again and restore the reputation of the U.S. globally. Following the remarks, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris closed out the event with brief comments, saying the team announced "reflects the best of our nation."
California environmental regulator Mary Nichols is said to be on the short list to become EPA administrator in the Biden administration. She discussed climate and environmental issues at the Commonwealth Club of California.
The New York Times hosted a virtual discussion with African American business leaders on race and economic opportunity. Speakers included former Xerox Corporation CEO Ursula Burns, Vista Equity Partners Founder and CEO Robert Smith along with Michael "Killer Mike" Render, a hip hop artist, entrepreneur and social activist.
Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary of State and former White House Chief of Staff James Baker.
California environmental regulator Mary Nichols is said to be on the short list to become EPA administrator in the Biden administration. She discussed climate and environmental issues at the Commonwealth Club of California.
California environmental regulator Mary Nichols is said to be on the short list to become EPA administrator in the Biden administration. She discussed climate and environmental issues at the Commonwealth Club of California.
Pete Wehner of the Ethics & Public Policy Center discusses the future of the Republican party post-Trump and Larry Cohen, chair of the political advocacy group Our Revolution, discusses the progressive agenda and the incoming Biden Administration.
Peter Wehner of the Ethics & Public Policy Center joins us to talk about the future of the GOP. And a conversation with Larry Cohen, who heads Our Revolution, an advocacy group founded by Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Amgen CEO Robert Bradway, Novartis U.S. Country President Thomas Kendris and Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals CEO Mark Trudeau testified on prescription drug pricing before the House Oversight and Reform Committee. Members pressed the pharmaceutical executives on why the retail price of their drugs frequently increase and at a rate that far exceeds inflation. The drug makers defended the price hikes as the cost of doing research and development and talked about price-reduction programs that their companies offer. This was the second day of a two-part hearing with pharmaceutical executives.
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson and former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence Sue Gordon spoke national security threats against America and what policies President-elect Joe Biden might inact to address them. These threats include domestic terrorism, foreign disinformation and climate change. The Center for New American Security hosted this virtual conversation.
Journalist and author Elaine Weiss discussed her book, "The Woman's Hour," about the lead-up to the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 18, 1920, that granted women the right to vote.
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 the country's current lockdown, vaccine development efforts and support for local businesses. He was also asked about climate policy, school funding and infrastructure investment. The nationwide lockdown in England is scheduled to be lifted on December 2, 2020.
Journalist and author Elaine Weiss discussed her book, "The Woman's Hour," about the lead-up to the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 18, 1920, that granted women the right to vote.
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 the country's current lockdown, vaccine development efforts and support for local businesses. He was also asked about climate policy, school funding and infrastructure investment. The nationwide lockdown in England is scheduled to be lifted on December 2, 2020.
The New York Times hosted a virtual discussion with African American business leaders on race and economic opportunity. Speakers included former Xerox Corporation CEO Ursula Burns, Vista Equity Partners Founder and CEO Robert Smith along with Michael "Killer Mike" Render, a hip hop artist, entrepreneur and social activist.
The House Rules Committee held a virtual "Member's Day" hearing on possible rule changes for the 117th Congress. Several topics were discussed, including modernization efforts in congress, re-establishing congressionally directed spending rules (commonly referred to as earmarks), the realignment of committee jurisdictions in relation to the agencies they serve, the use of the proxy vote, and strengthening the constitutional powers afforded to Congress. Several members testified before the committee, including Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-SC).
Journalist and author Elaine Weiss discussed her book, "The Woman's Hour," about the lead-up to the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 18, 1920, that granted women the right to vote.
New America's Lee Drutman discusses his proposal that would increase the federal government's role in the election process and American Health Care Association's Dr. David Gifford discusses Covid-19 impact on long-term care facilities.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument in Trump v. New York. The case is about whether President Trump has authority to exclude undocumented immigrants from the Census apportionment base.
The Supreme Court hears oral argument in Van Buren v. United States, a case on interpretation of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and violations of terms of service agreements.
