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8:00 PM AKST Approx. 6 hr. 59 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 8:00 PM AKST Approx. 5 hr. 33 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 8:00 PM AKST Approx. 6 hr. 14 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
2:59 AM AKST Approx. 2 hr. 1 min. LIVE Washington Journal 03/08/2018 1:33 AM AKST Approx. 2 hr. 30 min. DNI Dan Coats Testifies on World Threats Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats, along with the director of the Defense Intelligence ... Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats, along with the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee on national security threats. Director Coats said cyber threats are one of his greatest concerns and reiterated that the U.S. is under cyberattack. He told lawmakers that the White House is "actively engaged" on election security but said it is "highly likely" Russia would seek to influence the 2018 midterm elections. In addition, both intelligence chiefs expressed skepticism about reports that North Korea is willing to talk to the U.S. about nuclear disarmament. 2:14 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 28 min. Autonomous Vehicles The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials hosted a discussion about ... The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials hosted a discussion about autonomous vehicles and potential federal legislation that would impact their use.
5:00 AM AKST Approx. 3 hr. 28 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives House meets to work on a bill that would alter emissions standards for power plants that use coal ... House meets to work on a bill that would alter emissions standards for power plants that use coal mining by-products as fuel 4:03 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 26 min. Senior Scams & Financial Fraud Prevention Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their ... Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their experience losing $1,230 to a scammer fraudulently claiming to be their grandson who needed money for bail. They were joined by a panel of consumer advocates. 3:42 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 19 min. Cybercrime & the Economy The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion on the impact of ... The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion on the impact of cybercrime on the economy. The event coincided with the release of a new report authored by CSIS and McAfee, a security software company. The study found that the estimated cost of cybercrime on the world's economy is almost $600 billion. In addition, the report revealed that ransomware is the fastest growing cybercrime with Russia and North Korea being the world leaders in malicious cyber activity. Speakers included officials from the Homeland Security Department, the FBI and McAfee.
8:28 AM AKST Approx. 25 min. Minority Leader Pelosi News Conference House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's policies and agenda than "rumors about the president's personal life" when asked if there is a role for Congress to investigate the president's relationship with an adult film star. She answered that question and others on the legislative agenda at her weekly news conference. 5:29 AM AKST Approx. 7 hr. 8 min. LIVE U.S. Senate U.S. Senate Senate meets to consider legislation that would ease banking regulations under the Dodd-Frank Act Senate meets to consider legislation that would ease banking regulations under the Dodd-Frank Act 5:01 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. The Presidency & Executive Power A panel of academics discussed President Trump's use of executive power. This was hosted by the ... A panel of academics discussed President Trump's use of executive power. This was hosted by the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC.
8:53 AM AKST Approx. 24 min. President Holds Cabinet Meeting President Trump held a cabinet meeting with his secretaries to discuss a wide range of topics, ... President Trump held a cabinet meeting with his secretaries to discuss a wide range of topics, including a plan for tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, gun violence prevention and cutting burdensome regulations. The president also announced that this would be the last cabinet meeting for Gary Cohn, who recently resigned as director of the National Economic Council Gary Cohn. 12:37 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 1 min. Campaign 2018 Pennsylvania 18th District Debate Candidates Rick Saccone (R) and Conor Lamb (D) took part in a debate ahead of a special election ... Candidates Rick Saccone (R) and Conor Lamb (D) took part in a debate ahead of a special election to fill Pennsylvania's 18h congressional district House seat left open when former congressman Tim Murphy resigned in October 2017. 6:06 AM AKST Approx. 50 min. Dr. Jonathan Metzl Vanderbilt University's Dr. Jonathan Metzl discussed mental health and gun violence. Vanderbilt University's Dr. Jonathan Metzl discussed mental health and gun violence.
9:17 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 10 min. U.S. House of Representatives Reps. McCarthy & Hoyer on House Schedule, Guns Policy & DACA After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny ... After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny Hoyer spoke about the need for a resolution to the DACA issue. He went on to talk about the school safety and gun violence bill being considered in the House next week, and implored the Leader to schedule the Dreamers' bill. The Majority Leader then responded, taking issue with some of the Minority Whip's comments, and specifically talked about gun policy. 1:38 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 43 min. Flu Preparedness and Response Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a ... Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. Topics included efforts to create a universal vaccine, assessing the effectiveness of vaccines and finding the best ways to dispel myths about vaccination. 6:56 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 48 min. LIVE Flu Preparedness and Response Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testify before a House ... Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testify before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee.
10:27 AM AKST Approx. 30 min. Minority Leader Pelosi News Conference House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's policies and agenda than "rumors about the president's personal life" when asked if there is a role for Congress to investigate the president's relationship with an adult film star. She answered that question and others on the legislative agenda at her weekly news conference. 3:21 PM AKST Approx. 40 min. Students for Liberty Conference - Dave Rubin YouTube talk show host Dave Rubin sat down with Reason.com's Nick Gillespie for an interview at ... YouTube talk show host Dave Rubin sat down with Reason.com's Nick Gillespie for an interview at "LibertyCon," a libertarian conference in Washington DC, hosted by Students for Liberty. Before the Interview, the organization's CEO, Wolf Van Laer, addressed the crowd. 8:44 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 20 min. Politics & Race Relations Public policy and its impact on race relations in the U.S. was the focus of a New America panel ... Public policy and its impact on race relations in the U.S. was the focus of a New America panel discussion in Washington, DC.
10:57 AM AKST Approx. 28 min. Washington Journal Rep. Jodey Arrington Representative Jodey Arrington (R-TX) discussed budget and trade issues and the gun violence ... Representative Jodey Arrington (R-TX) discussed budget and trade issues and the gun violence debate in Congress. 4:01 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Senate Democrats Meet with Gun Violence Victims Members of the Senate Democratic Policy & Communications Committee heard from the relatives of ... Members of the Senate Democratic Policy & Communications Committee heard from the relatives of victims and survivors of gun violence. 10:04 AM AKST Approx. 14 min. Rep. Marcy Kaptur Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) discussed Trump Administration trade policy and the state of ... Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) discussed Trump Administration trade policy and the state of manufacturing in the U.S.
11:25 AM AKST Approx. 12 min. Washington Journal Rep. Marcy Kaptur Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) discussed Trump Administration trade policy and the state of ... Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) discussed Trump Administration trade policy and the state of manufacturing in the U.S. 5:55 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 7 min. Future of Arlington National Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries ... Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries Executive Director Karen Durham-Aguilera and veterans service organization leaders testified before a House Armed Services subcommittee on the future of Arlington National Cemetery. They assessed the current eligibility criteria for burial and potential expansion at the military cemetery. Superintendent Kelly said if no changes are made at Arlington National Cemetery, it would run out of space by the early 2040s. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-CO), a military veteran, chaired this subcommittee hearing. 10:18 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 57 min. LIVE Military Domestic Violence & Child Abuse The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel holds a hearing to discuss domestic violence ... The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel holds a hearing to discuss domestic violence and child abuse in military families.
11:37 AM AKST Approx. 24 min. LIVE President Signs Tariffs Proclamations President Trump signs proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. President Trump signs proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. 7:02 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. Susan Rice on Global Security Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice sat down with Joshua ... Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice sat down with Joshua Johnson, the host of NPR's "1A," to talk about global security and give career advice to students at American University's School of International Service. 12:15 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 29 min. Education & Civic Engagement The Center for American Progress and Generation Citizen hosted a panel discussion about improving ... The Center for American Progress and Generation Citizen hosted a panel discussion about improving civics education and preparing students to become more politically engaged. Former Sen. Bob Graham (D-FL) delivered keynote remarks about his efforts on this issue.
12:01 PM AKST Approx. 12 min. LIVE Viewer Reaction to Pres. Trump on Tariffs Viewer reaction to President Trumps announcement on steel & aluminum tariffs Viewer reaction to President Trumps announcement on steel & aluminum tariffs 8:06 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 50 min. States and the Opioid Epidemic During a Senate hearing on opioid addiction, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan (R) and Oregon Governor ... During a Senate hearing on opioid addiction, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan (R) and Oregon Governor Kate Brown (D) testified about their states' responses to the epidemic. They were questioned by committee members on a range of related issues involving medication-assisted treatment, their prescription drug monitoring programs, holding drug companies and CEOs accountable, treating incarcerated opioid users and the epidemic's impact on foster care. The hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee was chaired by Lamar Alexander (R-TN). 1:44 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. Future of Arlington National Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries ... Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries Executive Director Karen Durham-Aguilera and veterans service organization leaders testified before a House Armed Services subcommittee on the future of Arlington National Cemetery. They assessed the current eligibility criteria for burial and potential expansion at the military cemetery. Superintendent Kelly said if no changes are made at Arlington National Cemetery, it would run out of space by the early 2040s. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-CO), a military veteran, chaired this subcommittee hearing.
12:13 PM AKST Approx. 24 min. Washington Journal Peter Welch Representative Peter Welch (D-VT), also a Chief Deputy Whip for Democrats, discussed what Congress ... Representative Peter Welch (D-VT), also a Chief Deputy Whip for Democrats, discussed what Congress might do on guns plus other issues. 9:56 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 6 min. Future of Arlington National Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries ... Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries Executive Director Karen Durham-Aguilera and veterans service organization leaders testified before a House Armed Services subcommittee on the future of Arlington National Cemetery. They assessed the current eligibility criteria for burial and potential expansion at the military cemetery. Superintendent Kelly said if no changes are made at Arlington National Cemetery, it would run out of space by the early 2040s. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-CO), a military veteran, chaired this subcommittee hearing. 2:49 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 11 min. Council of Chief State School Officers - Education Policy Priorities Panel A gathering of the nation's top state education officials convened in Washington, DC to discuss ... A gathering of the nation's top state education officials convened in Washington, DC to discuss equitable education opportunities and K-12 priorities in states. During this panel discussion, education leaders from Florida, Illinois and Wyoming discussed how their states were implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and creating partnerships with private stakeholders.
12:37 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. LIVE Susan Rice on Global Security Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice discusses global ... Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice discusses global security at American University's School of International Service in Washington, DC. 11:02 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 6 min. Susan Rice on Global Security Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice sat down with Joshua ... Former National Security Adviser and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice sat down with Joshua Johnson, the host of NPR's "1A," to talk about global security and give career advice to students at American University's School of International Service. 4:00 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 29 min. Senior Scams & Financial Fraud Prevention Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their ... Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their experience losing $1,230 to a scammer fraudulently claiming to be their grandson who needed money for bail. They were joined by a panel of consumer advocates.
1:41 PM AKST Approx. 22 min. Washington Journal Dr. Jonathan Metzl Vanderbilt University's Dr. Jonathan Metzl discussed mental health and gun violence. Vanderbilt University's Dr. Jonathan Metzl discussed mental health and gun violence. 12:08 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 56 min. Senate Democrats Meet with Gun Violence Victims Members of the Senate Democratic Policy & Communications Committee heard from the relatives of ... Members of the Senate Democratic Policy & Communications Committee heard from the relatives of victims and survivors of gun violence. 5:29 PM AKST Approx. 50 min. Washington Post Interview - IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marked International ... Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marked International Women's Day by sitting down with Washington Post Opinion Writer Catherine Rampell for a discussion on the global financial outlook.
2:03 PM AKST Approx. 49 min. LIVE Washington Post Interview - IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marks International ... Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marks International Women's Day with an interview at the Washington Post. She'll sit down with Opinion Writer Catherine Rampell. 2:04 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 41 min. White House Chief Economist on the Economy Kevin Hassett, the president's chief economist, testified before the Joint Economic Committee on ... Kevin Hassett, the president's chief economist, testified before the Joint Economic Committee on an annual report outlining the administration's domestic and international economic policies. He answered questions on a range of issues including the tax reform legislation passed in December 2017, President Trump's proposed import tariffs on steel and aluminum, education and job training, and the impact of the opioid epidemic on the economy. 6:19 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 21 min. E-Commerce & Counterfeit Goods The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing to examine the challenges facing consumers and ... The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing to examine the challenges facing consumers and businesses regarding counterfeit goods. Testifying before the panel were representatives of federal agencies including the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) which released a report detailing a high ratio of counterfeit goods being sold, especially online, some of which threaten the health and safety of consumers. The hearing began with remarks by the committee chair, Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-UT).
2:52 PM AKST Approx. 19 min. Minority Leader Pelosi News Conference House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said she is more concerned about President Trump's policies and agenda than "rumors about the president's personal life" when asked if there is a role for Congress to investigate the president's relationship with an adult film star. She answered that question and others on the legislative agenda at her weekly news conference. 3:45 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 2 min. U.S. v. Microsoft Corporation Oral Argument Supreme Court dismissed the case, United States v. Microsoft, after Congress approved & the ... Supreme Court dismissed the case, United States v. Microsoft, after Congress approved & the president signed the CLOUD Act (Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data). Oral argument was heard back in February. The case dealt with warrant compliance and email contents stored abroad. The federal government got a warrant to require email service provider Microsoft to turn over information to investigators from an email account they believed was being used for drug trafficking. Microsoft said no. The government obtained the warrant via the Stored Communications Act which allows them to do so if they have probable cause to believe a crime was being committed. Microsoft argued that the Stored Communications Act does not apply in this case because the emails of interest are stored outside of the United States. 7:40 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Train Safety Hearing The Government Accountability Office's Physical Infrastructure Director, Susan Fleming, told ... The Government Accountability Office's Physical Infrastructure Director, Susan Fleming, told members of the Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee that "over half of commuter rail roads" are at risk of not meeting a statutory deadline to implement a safety technology known as positive train control (PTC). Ms. Fleming testified alongside three railroad industry representatives at a hearing focusing on the technology and its implementation. The hearing requested by Washington Senator Maria Cantwell (D), comes less than four months after the deadly derailment of Amtrak passenger train 501 outside of Dupont, Washington. The chair of the committee, Sen. John Thune (R-SD), spoke to reporters after the hearing.
3:11 PM AKST Approx. 3 min. LIVE South Korean Delegation Announcement South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-yong makes a statement outside of the White ... South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-yong makes a statement outside of the White House on North Korea. 4:47 AM AKST Approx. 15 min. Sen. Tom Cotton at AIPAC Conference Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) spoke at the annual policy conference of the American Israel Public Affairs ... Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) spoke at the annual policy conference of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in Washington, DC. He was interviewed by former ABC News Correspondent Claire Shipman. The senator addressed national security challenges posed by China, Russia, Iran and North Korea. 9:34 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 28 min. Senior Scams & Financial Fraud Prevention Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their ... Stephen & Rita Shiman of Maine testified before the Senate Special Aging Committee on their experience losing $1,230 to a scammer fraudulently claiming to be their grandson who needed money for bail. They were joined by a panel of consumer advocates.
3:14 PM AKST Approx. 22 min. Pennsylvania Annual Budget Address Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (D) delivered his annual budget address at the state capitol in ... Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (D) delivered his annual budget address at the state capitol in Harrisburg. He presented a $32.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2019 and urged the legislature to pass a severance tax on the state's natural gas industry. In addition, he outlined his legislative priorities for the session which include education investment, workforce development, and combating the opioid crisis. At the start of the address, Gov. Wolf congratulated the Philadelphia Eagles for winning their first Super Bowl. 5:02 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 28 min. LIVE Economic Sanctions Outlook The Atlantic Council held a series of panels on the Trump Administration's use of economic ... The Atlantic Council held a series of panels on the Trump Administration's use of economic sanctions as a foreign policy tool. Representatives from the State and Treasury Departments took part in the first discussion and also reacted to news that President Trump and the North Korean leader have agreed to meeting face-to-face regarding the country's nuclear program. The government officials called the development welcomed news but stressed it's too early to tell whether economic sanctions on North Korea are a success. They also said the administration's maximum pressure campaign on the regime has shown an effect. 11:02 PM AKST Approx. 51 min. Washington Post Interview - IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marked International ... Christine Lagarde, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, marked International Women's Day by sitting down with Washington Post Opinion Writer Catherine Rampell for a discussion on the global financial outlook.
3:36 PM AKST Approx. 24 min. President Signs Tariffs Proclamations President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the ... President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the White House. He argued the new trade measures would help bolster America's national security, protect American workers and stop unfair trade practices against the United States. Under the proclamations, steel imports would be subjected to a 25 percent tariff while imposing a 10 percent tariff on aluminum imports. 6:30 AM AKST Approx. 56 min. LIVE Economic Sanctions - Private Sector Panel Representatives from the private sector analyzed the impact economic sanctions have on their ... Representatives from the private sector analyzed the impact economic sanctions have on their industries during a panel at the Atlantic Council's Economic Sanctions Initiative conference in Washington, DC. 11:53 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 21 min. E-Commerce & Counterfeit Goods The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing to examine the challenges facing consumers and ... The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing to examine the challenges facing consumers and businesses regarding counterfeit goods. Testifying before the panel were representatives of federal agencies including the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) which released a report detailing a high ratio of counterfeit goods being sold, especially online, some of which threaten the health and safety of consumers. The hearing began with remarks by the committee chair, Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-UT).
4:00 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 43 min. Flu Preparedness and Response Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a ... Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. Topics included efforts to create a universal vaccine, assessing the effectiveness of vaccines and finding the best ways to dispel myths about vaccination. 7:26 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 34 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. 1:14 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 53 min. Train Safety Hearing The Government Accountability Office's Physical Infrastructure Director, Susan Fleming, told ... The Government Accountability Office's Physical Infrastructure Director, Susan Fleming, told members of the Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee that "over half of commuter rail roads" are at risk of not meeting a statutory deadline to implement a safety technology known as positive train control (PTC). Ms. Fleming testified alongside three railroad industry representatives at a hearing focusing on the technology and its implementation. The hearing requested by Washington Senator Maria Cantwell (D), comes less than four months after the deadly derailment of Amtrak passenger train 501 outside of Dupont, Washington. The chair of the committee, Sen. John Thune (R-SD), spoke to reporters after the hearing.
5:43 PM AKST Approx. 24 min. President Signs Tariffs Proclamations President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the ... President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the White House. He argued the new trade measures would help bolster America's national security, protect American workers and stop unfair trade practices against the United States. Under the proclamations, steel imports would be subjected to a 25 percent tariff while imposing a 10 percent tariff on aluminum imports. 9:00 AM AKST Approx. 11 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 3:07 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 47 min. Pentagon Audit and Business Operations Following a congressional mandate, the Pentagon launched its first internal, consolidated ... Following a congressional mandate, the Pentagon launched its first internal, consolidated financial audit in 2017 which is expected to take several years. Defense Department officials appeared before the Senate Budget Committee to discuss the process, and addressed issues involving waste and fraud, cost overruns and the department's relationship with defense contractors. Witnesses were Defense Under Secretary and Comptroller David Norquist and John Gibson who is the Pentagon's first chief management officer. Sen. Mike Enzi (R-WY) chairs the committee.
6:07 PM AKST Approx. 6 min. South Korean Delegation Announcement South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed ... South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un by May and that the leader will "refrain from any further nuclear or missile tests." The South Korean official was in Washington, DC to brief members of the White House's national security team on their recent talks in Pyongyang, North Korea. 4:54 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. Future of Arlington National Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries ... Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent Katharine Kelly, Army National Military Cemeteries Executive Director Karen Durham-Aguilera and veterans service organization leaders testified before a House Armed Services subcommittee on the future of Arlington National Cemetery. They assessed the current eligibility criteria for burial and potential expansion at the military cemetery. Superintendent Kelly said if no changes are made at Arlington National Cemetery, it would run out of space by the early 2040s. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-CO), a military veteran, chaired this subcommittee hearing.
6:13 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 8 min. U.S. House of Representatives Reps. McCarthy & Hoyer on House Schedule, Guns Policy & DACA After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny ... After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny Hoyer spoke about the need for a resolution to the DACA issue. He went on to talk about the school safety and gun violence bill being considered in the House next week, and implored the Leader to schedule the Dreamers' bill. The Majority Leader then responded, taking issue with some of the Minority Whip's comments, and specifically talked about gun policy. 5:59 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 3 min. Minnesota Voters Alliance v. Mansky Oral Argument The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that Minnesota's law banning political apparel at the polling place is ... The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that Minnesota's law banning political apparel at the polling place is unconstitutional and violates the First Amendment's free speech clause. Oral argument for Minnesota Voters Alliance v. Mansky was heard back in February 2018. Under the dress code, a voter near and in a polling place cannot wear political badges, buttons or insignia on Election Day to cast a ballot. This case dates back to 2010 when three conservative groups filed suit. They wore buttons that read "Please ID me," and one wore a Tea Party logo shirt with the words "Don't tread on me" to polling places on Election Day. One of those voters was Andrew Cilek, the executive director of the Minnesota Voters Alliance. An election official stopped him, and he was initially prevented from voting.
7:21 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 55 min. Military Domestic Violence & Child Abuse The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel held a hearing to discuss domestic violence ... The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel held a hearing to discuss domestic violence and child abuse in military families. A panel of abuse survivors and an advocate testified about their legal, health care, and treatment experiences with the military, and made recommendations for what could be improved in order to better help survivors and prevent potential abuses. Then a panel of clinical professionals and a Defense Department official discussed the issues from their perspectives. They also made recommendations as to where and by whom efforts could be made to address existing challenges and prevent future violence, abuse and neglect. 7:02 AM AKST Approx. 8 hr. 58 min. Key Capitol Hill Hearings Key Capitol Hill hearings, speeches from policy makers, and political coverage from around the ... Key Capitol Hill hearings, speeches from policy makers, and political coverage from around the country.
9:16 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 44 min. Flu Preparedness and Response Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a ... Government officials charged with preparing and responding to seasonal flu testified before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. Topics included efforts to create a universal vaccine, assessing the effectiveness of vaccines and finding the best ways to dispel myths about vaccination. 4:00 PM AKST Approx. 4 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
11:00 PM AKST Approx. 24 min. President Signs Tariffs Proclamations President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the ... President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the White House. He argued the new trade measures would help bolster America's national security, protect American workers and stop unfair trade practices against the United States. Under the proclamations, steel imports would be subjected to a 25 percent tariff while imposing a 10 percent tariff on aluminum imports.
11:24 PM AKST Approx. 5 min. South Korean Delegation Announcement South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed ... South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un by May and that the leader will "refrain from any further nuclear or missile tests." The South Korean official was in Washington, DC to brief members of the White House's national security team on their recent talks in Pyongyang, North Korea.
11:29 PM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 7 min. U.S. House of Representatives Reps. McCarthy & Hoyer on House Schedule, Guns Policy & DACA After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny ... After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny Hoyer spoke about the need for a resolution to the DACA issue. He went on to talk about the school safety and gun violence bill being considered in the House next week, and implored the Leader to schedule the Dreamers' bill. The Majority Leader then responded, taking issue with some of the Minority Whip's comments, and specifically talked about gun policy.
12:36 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. Military Domestic Violence & Child Abuse The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel held a hearing to discuss domestic violence ... The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel held a hearing to discuss domestic violence and child abuse in military families. A panel of abuse survivors and an advocate testified about their legal, health care, and treatment experiences with the military, and made recommendations for what could be improved in order to better help survivors and prevent potential abuses. Then a panel of clinical professionals and a Defense Department official discussed the issues from their perspectives. They also made recommendations as to where and by whom efforts could be made to address existing challenges and prevent future violence, abuse and neglect.
2:30 AM AKST Approx. 3 min. South Korean Delegation Announcement South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed ... South Korean National Security Director Chung Eui-Yong announced that President Trump has agreed to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un by May and that the leader will "refrain from any further nuclear or missile tests." The South Korean official was in Washington, DC to brief members of the White House's national security team on their recent talks in Pyongyang, North Korea.
2:33 AM AKST Approx. 26 min. President Signs Tariffs Proclamations President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the ... President Trump signed two proclamations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports at the White House. He argued the new trade measures would help bolster America's national security, protect American workers and stop unfair trade practices against the United States. Under the proclamations, steel imports would be subjected to a 25 percent tariff while imposing a 10 percent tariff on aluminum imports.
2:59 AM AKST Approx. 3 hr. 4 min. LIVE Washington Journal 03/09/2018
6:03 AM AKST Approx. 26 min. Washington Journal Chris Whipple Author Chris Whipple discussed the role and impact of White House Chiefs of Staff in the modern ... Author Chris Whipple discussed the role and impact of White House Chiefs of Staff in the modern era.
6:29 AM AKST Approx. 4 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House meets in a pro forma session; no legislative business scheduled U.S. House meets in a pro forma session; no legislative business scheduled
6:33 AM AKST Approx. 1 hr. 8 min. U.S. House of Representatives Reps. McCarthy & Hoyer on House Schedule, Guns Policy & DACA After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny ... After discussing the upcoming House schedule with Majority Leader McCarthy, Minority Whip Steny Hoyer spoke about the need for a resolution to the DACA issue. He went on to talk about the school safety and gun violence bill being considered in the House next week, and implored the Leader to schedule the Dreamers' bill. The Majority Leader then responded, taking issue with some of the Minority Whip's comments, and specifically talked about gun policy.
7:41 AM AKST Approx. 12 hr. 19 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.