A discussion about the role of religion in public life with Regent University's Mark David Hall, author of the book "Who's Afraid of Christian Nationalism?" and Rob Boston of the group Americans United for Separation of Church and State
In Baltimore, President Biden gave remarks at the wreckage site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. He was joined by other government officials, including Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D). The president thanked first responders for their quick actions and vowed that his administration would work with state and local officials to get a new bridge built. He also announced over $8 million in federal funding to alleviate disruptions in shipments out of the port as well as funds to help create additional jobs for workers involved in the clean-up effort. Prior to his remarks, the president took an aerial tour of the site and received an operational briefing on the collapse. The bridge was being worked on by eight construction workers when it was struck by a cargo ship and collapsed during the early morning of March 26. Two of the workers were rescued and six others were presumed dead after search and rescue efforts did not produce more survivors.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discussed inflation and the economy at an event hosted by Stanford Graduate School of Business. Chair Powell overviewed Federal Reserve monetary policy decision-making and touched on key topics including transparency and maintaining public trust, price stability, labor markets, and supply chains.
Transportation Secretary Buttigieg and others spoke about the Biden administration's new rule establishing minimum safety requirements for the size of train crews.
Regent University's Mark David Hall discussed his book which argues American Christian nationalism does not prove a threat to the United States or Christian churches.
David Hale, former U.S. ambassador to Lebanon, discussed diplomatic efforts and relations with Lebanon during a conversation hosted by the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, DC. This conversation came as Mr. Hale recently authored a new book on this topic, "American Diplomacy Toward Lebanon," published in February 2024. Other topics he touched on included Middle East peace and security, Iran and the Israel-Hamas war.
Joe Lieberman is being remembered as a Senator, a Presidential candidate, and a Vice Presidential candidate But also part of Joe Lieberman's legacy: comedy. What were some of his funniest quips, jokes, and real-time reactions? Find out in this week's episode of C-SPAN's "The Weekly" - as we remember Joe Lieberman's journey through politics -- with the jokes he told and the funny things he said.
Michael Singh and Steven Simon, who served as senior directors in the National Security Council under Republican and Democratic administrations, debated U.S. policy regarding Iran and the Middle East. They disagreed on the extent of Iran's role in Hamas' Oct. 7 attack against Israel, with Mr. Singh arguing that the attack required advanced training and equipment that only Iran could have provided. Mr. Simon, however, argued that Hamas relied on relatively unsophisticated weapons and that U.S. and Israeli intelligence agencies agreed that Iran was not aware of this specific attack. They also discussed Iran's strategy to avoid direct confrontation by funding militant groups such as Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthis, and others in the region. This debate was co-sponsored by the Alexander Hamilton Society and John Quincy Adams Society at George Washington University.
Army Under Secretary Gabe Camarillo discussed Army operations, priorities, and the budget at an event hosted by the Association of the United States Army. Topics included working with industry to modernize Army technology, President Biden's 2025 budget request, and how the Ukraine supplemental directly impacts Army operations and procurement.
The Atlantic Council held a discussion on Europe's support for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Topics included French President Emmanuel Macron's leadership in supporting Ukraine as the U.S. House of Representatives stalled in passing an aid package and Ukraine's possible membership in NATO. Panelists included former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine John Herbst and French National Assembly member Benjamin Haddad.
Political strategists discussed how young voters could impact the 2024 election cycle and political strategies for courting young voters. Panelists also discussed challenges the Democratic and Republican parties faced in getting their messages out to voters. This event was hosted by at the Georgetown University McCourt School Institute of Politics and Public Service.
David Hale, former U.S. ambassador to Lebanon, discussed diplomatic efforts and relations with Lebanon during a conversation hosted by the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, DC. This conversation came as Mr. Hale recently authored a new book on this topic, "American Diplomacy Toward Lebanon," published in February 2024. Other topics he touched on included Middle East peace and security, Iran and the Israel-Hamas war.
Rob Boston of the group Americans United for Separation of Church and State, discussed his organization's mission and the rise of Christian Nationalism in the U.S.
