Business Insider health care reporter Andrew Dunn discusses the latest in the development and approval of a coronavirus vaccine and George Mason University's Mercatus Center Senior Research Strategist Charles Blahous discusses Social Security reform.
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.
The Michigan Bureau of Elections Board meets to certify the state's election results, amid requests from the RNC and state Republicans to delay the certification. By state law, the election results must be certified by November 23.
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.
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.
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.
Former ambassadors and foreign experts discussed a new report by the Atlantic Council on Russia's relationship with the West. Panelists examined the influence of "Putinism," U.S. and NATO relations with Russia, the Biden presidency, and China's role in Russia.
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.
The Michigan Bureau of Elections Board met to certify the state's election results, amid requests from the RNC and state Republicans to delay the certification. By state law, the election results must be certified by November 23.
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.
The Aspen Institute hosted a discussion on science innovation featuring medical professionals, professors and policy experts. Among the speakers were former National Science Foundation Director France Cordova and Biotechnology Innovation Organization CEO Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath. Topics included climate change, COVID-19 vaccine development and science policy priorities for the Biden administration.
During a press briefing in St. Paul, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced the state legislature will debate a bi-partisan proposal to help small businesses in the state during the coronavirus pandemic. Joining the governor were Minnesota IT Services Tarek Tomes to announce a new app state leaders say will help with state COVID-19 contact tracing efforts, and Minnesota Health Department Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann, who provided an update for coronavirus cases, deaths and hospitalizations.
Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts (R) held a briefing on the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic and updated reporters on current numbers, which included more than 975 hospitalizations. "If we hit 25 percent of our hospital beds being taken up with coronavirus patients, we are going to go into the red category and there will be additional restrictions," the governor said. He also addressed social distancing measures during the Thanksgiving holiday, job programs for high school graduates and later featured a local high school teacher who recently recovered from COVID-19.
The Michigan Board of State Canvassers met to certify the state's election results, amid requests from the RNC and state Republicans to delay the certification. By state law, the election results must be certified by November 23, 2020. Republican Vice Chair Aaron Van Langevelde joined Democrats to certify the election. Republican member Norman Shinkle abstained from voting. At the start of the meeting, state and local officials appeared virtually to deliver statements and answer questions. In addition, the canvassing board heard comments from the general public.
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.
During a press briefing in St. Paul, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced the state legislature will debate a bi-partisan proposal to help small businesses in the state during the coronavirus pandemic. Joining the governor were Minnesota IT Services Tarek Tomes to announce a new app state leaders say will help with state COVID-19 contact tracing efforts, and Minnesota Health Department Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann, who provided an update for coronavirus cases, deaths and hospitalizations.
Air Force Special Operations Commander Lt. Gen. Jim Slife discussed national security threats at a virtual event hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Lt. Gen. Slife also talked about his military career and the outlook of the Air Force.
Share Our Strength's Billy Shore discusses how the Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated food insecurity in the United States, and Heritage Foundation's Dakota Wood discusses Heritage's recent 2021 Index of U.S. Military Strength report.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announce key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced key foreign policy and national security posts, including Antony Blinken to be the nominee for Secretary of State.
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."
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."
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.
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.
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.
