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07:00 PM HST Approx. 6 hr. 59 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 07:00 PM HST Approx. 6 hr. 19 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 07:00 PM HST Approx. 5 hr. 59 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
01:59 AM HST Approx. 3 hr. 5 min. LIVE Washington Journal 12/18/2018 01:19 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 10 min. Cato Institute 2018 Surveillence Conference Part 1 A number of former government lawyers for organizations like the National Security Agency were ... A number of former government lawyers for organizations like the National Security Agency were among the speakers at the Cato Institute's 2018 Surveillance Conference, held in Washington, DC. In this part, panelists discussed the Trump administration and its criticism of the "deep state." Participants discussed various definitions of the deep state and assessed the ability of the federal bureaucracy to operate independently of elected officials. 12:59 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 21 min. World War II Unheralded Commanders A panel of scholars describe the career and actions of several lesser known World War II ... A panel of scholars describe the career and actions of several lesser known World War II commanders. The list includes leaders from America, France and Poland. The program was a part of a conference hosted by the National World War II Museum.
05:04 AM HST Approx. 28 min. Washington Journal Jennifer Shutt CQ Roll Call Reporter Jennifer Shutt discussed the latest on government funding negotiations ahead ... CQ Roll Call Reporter Jennifer Shutt discussed the latest on government funding negotiations ahead of Friday's government shutdown deadline. 02:29 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 33 min. Cato Institute 2018 Surveillence Conference Part 2 Surveillance and security experts were among the speakers at the Cato Institute's 2018 ... Surveillance and security experts were among the speakers at the Cato Institute's 2018 Surveillance Conference, held in Washington, DC. In this part, five of those experts delivered 'flash talks' on a variety of security topics, including surveillance of students and the growing network of security cameras in the U.S. 02:20 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. Germany's WWII Defeat National World War II Museum senior historian Robert Citino and James Holland, author of "Big ... National World War II Museum senior historian Robert Citino and James Holland, author of "Big Week: The Biggest Air Battle of World War II" discussed the actions that led to Germany's Germany's World War II defeat, exploring the strategic and political aspects of their military campaign. The program was a part of a conference on World War II hosted by the National World War II Museum.
05:32 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 38 min. LIVE Wilson Center Discussion on U.S.-China Relations in 2018 The Wilson Center hosts a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and whether to ... The Wilson Center hosts a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and whether to describe the relationship as a "Cold War." 04:02 AM HST Approx. 10 min. U.S. Senate Mike Enzi on Gov't Shutdown Budget Committee Chair Sen. Mike Enzi (R-WY) came to the Senate floor to discuss the potential ... Budget Committee Chair Sen. Mike Enzi (R-WY) came to the Senate floor to discuss the potential government shutdown, the roots of the issues, and ways to prevent this from happening again. 03:25 AM HST Approx. 53 min. World War II's Lessons Learned University of North Carolina history professor emeritus Gerhard Weinberg discussed his childhood, ... University of North Carolina history professor emeritus Gerhard Weinberg discussed his childhood, emigrating from Nazi Germany to Great Britain and then America, his early career in the Army, and his scholarly work on World War II. Mr. Weinberg also talked about lessons learned from the war. The conversation was a part of a conference hosted by the National World War II Museum.
07:10 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 11 min. Janet Yellen and Paul Krugman Former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen told a New York audience she fears there could be ... Former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen told a New York audience she fears there could be another financial crisis because of limited tools to address panics and because of current deregulation efforts. Her conversation with New York Times Columnist Paul Krugman was hosted by the City University of New York. 04:12 AM HST Approx. 21 min. U.S. Senate Cornyn on Criminal Justice Ahead of the vote on the Criminal Justice Reform bill, Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn (R-TX) ... Ahead of the vote on the Criminal Justice Reform bill, Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn (R-TX) came to the floor to discuss the bill and the misconceptions of the legislation. 04:18 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 54 min. LIVE Washington Post Discussion on Next Generation Jobs Lawmakers, entrepreneurs and others participate in a Washington Post discussion on the impact of ... Lawmakers, entrepreneurs and others participate in a Washington Post discussion on the impact of innovation and business trends on the next generation of jobs.
08:21 AM HST Approx. 4 min. House Minority Leader Pelosi on Government Funding Deal House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) talked to reporters about a looming deadline for a ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) talked to reporters about a looming deadline for a partial government shutdown due to an impasse on funding for border security as requested by President Trump. Rep. Pelosi said Democrats would not agree to the latest offer from the White House and Republicans, which would include some reprogramming of funding by the Executive Branch, and called the proposal a "slush fund" for the president. She also said she thought a short-term continuing resolution could be used to patch funding. 04:33 AM HST Approx. 16 min. U.S. Senate Dick Durbin on Criminal Justice Ahead of a vote on the bill, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to ... Ahead of a vote on the bill, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to discuss the Criminal Justice Reform bill. He spoke about the legislation, and the bipartisan efforts to get the legislation to the floor and passed. 06:12 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 29 min. Georgetown University Discussion on Civil Rights Movement in Northern Ireland & the U.S., Part 2 Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil ... Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movements in Northern Ireland and the shared experiences found in the parallel movement happening during the 1960s in the United States. During this panel, civil rights advocates discussed movements started by the Native American, Hispanic and African American communities in the U.S. One of the panelists, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, daughter of Robert F. Kennedy, spoke about her father and uncle, President John F. Kennedy's efforts to raise awareness and combat the racial division and violence of the time.
08:25 AM HST Approx. 4 min. Washington Journal Rob Montz Moving Picture Institute's Rob Montz discussed the growth of the power of the Presidency and how ... Moving Picture Institute's Rob Montz discussed the growth of the power of the Presidency and how that led to President Donald Trump. 04:49 AM HST Approx. 10 min. U.S. Senate Chuck Grassley on Criminal Justice Ahead of the vote to advance the Criminal Justice bill - Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck ... Ahead of the vote to advance the Criminal Justice bill - Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R-IA) came to the Senate floor to discuss the measure. 07:41 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 20 min. Georgetown University Discussion on Civil Rights Movement in Northern Ireland & the U.S., Part 1 Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil ... Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movements in Northern Ireland and the shared experiences found in the parallel movement happening during the 1960s in the United States. Speakers during the first panel included several Northern Ireland civil rights activists who recounted stories from the ground during the political violence, known as The Troubles, as well as the former Irish Justice Minister and the chair of the Northern Ireland 50th Anniversary Civil Rights Commemoration Committee.
08:29 AM HST Approx. 36 min. White House Briefing White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders holds a briefing with reporters. White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders holds a briefing with reporters. 04:59 AM HST Approx. 2 hr. 48 min. LIVE U.S. Senate U.S. Senate The Senate continues work on a Criminal Justice Reform bill. This week the Senate and House are ... The Senate continues work on a Criminal Justice Reform bill. This week the Senate and House are expected to work on legislation to extend gov't funding past Fri. midnight deadline. The White House has requested $5 billion in funding for a border wall. 09:01 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 14 min. Reagan National Defense Forum -Global Hot Spots Former CIA Directors Leon Panetta and Mike Morell joined former Trump administration National ... Former CIA Directors Leon Panetta and Mike Morell joined former Trump administration National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster to discuss how the U.S. can remain the preeminent military power in the world and how to deal with global hot spots. This panel from the annual Reagan National Defense Forum at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley was moderated by Bill Hemmer, anchor of "America's Newsroom" on Fox News.
09:05 AM HST Approx. 17 min. LIVE White House Briefing White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders holds a briefing with reporters. White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders holds a briefing with reporters. 07:47 AM HST Approx. 3 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Mitch McConnell's Tribute to Sen. Jon Kyl R-AZ Sen. Mitch McConnell gave a tribute to Sen. Jon Kyl (R-AZ). Sen. Mitch McConnell gave a tribute to Sen. Jon Kyl (R-AZ). 10:15 AM HST Approx. 45 min. Reagan National Defense Forum - Missile Defense Arizona Republican Senator John Kyl joined Raytheon CEO Thomas Kennedy and Gen. Hawk Carlisle to ... Arizona Republican Senator John Kyl joined Raytheon CEO Thomas Kennedy and Gen. Hawk Carlisle to debate whether the U.S. is capable of intercepting a missile attack. The missile defense panel at the annual Reagan National Defense Forum was moderated by Morgan Brennan, anchor of CNBC's "Squawk Alley".
09:22 AM HST Approx. 11 min. Washington Journal Judith Shulevitz Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like ... Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like Amazon's Alexa, will have on society. 07:50 AM HST Approx. 2 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Jon Kyl R-AZ Responds to Tribute from Sen. McConnell Sen. Jon Kyl (R-AZ) responded to a tribute from Sen. Mitch McConnell. Sen. Jon Kyl (R-AZ) responded to a tribute from Sen. Mitch McConnell. 11:00 AM HST Approx. 42 min. Reagan National Defense Forum - Middle East Senators Joni Ernst and Jeanne Shaheen joined former Obama administration defense official ... Senators Joni Ernst and Jeanne Shaheen joined former Obama administration defense official Kathleen Hicks for a discussion on the U.S. role in the Middle East, focusing on Iran and Syria. The panel from the annual Reagan National Defense Forum was moderated by Fox News National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin.
09:33 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. LIVE Wilson Center Discussion on Yemen The Wilson Center hosts a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in ... The Wilson Center hosts a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in Yemen, which is supported by Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iran, and has caused wide-spread famine and disease. 07:52 AM HST Approx. 20 min. U.S. Senate Re-air 'Sen. Dick Durbin on Criminal Justice Reform Bill ' Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke in support of the criminal justice reform bill that is under ... Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke in support of the criminal justice reform bill that is under consideration on the Senate floor. He also expressed skepticism about several amendments. 11:42 AM HST Approx. 49 min. Reagan National Defense Forum - Global Conflicts & Alliances Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA), the incoming chair of the House Armed Services Committee, said President ... Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA), the incoming chair of the House Armed Services Committee, said President Trump should end his "America First" policy and build military alliances similar to both President Bushes'. The Democratic congressman was joined by Undersecretary of Defense John Rood and British Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson on a panel at the annual Reagan National Defense Forum in Simi Valley, California.
10:37 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 42 min. Heritage Foundation Discussion on Chinese Infrastructure and Connectivity Initiative The Heritage Foundation hosted a discussion on China's Belt and Road Initiative, a push by the ... The Heritage Foundation hosted a discussion on China's Belt and Road Initiative, a push by the Chinese government to establish infrastructure and connectivity development projects in Europe, Asia and Africa. Observers and scholars of Chinese domestic and foreign policy talked about recent challenges to China's international infrastructure outreach, including recent opposition to Chinese investment from political parties in south and central Asia. They also talked about U.S. reaction to the Belt and Road Initiative, as well where China was likely to target its future investments. After their discussion, panelists took questions from the audience. 08:12 AM HST Approx. 4 min. U.S. Senate Re-air 'Sen. Chuck Schumer D-IL on Criminal Justice Reform ' Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to speak about criminal justice reform. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to speak about criminal justice reform. 12:31 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 16 min. SEC Commissioner Testifies Before Senate Banking Jay Clayton, the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission, testified at an oversight hearing ... Jay Clayton, the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission, testified at an oversight hearing before the Senate Banking Committee. Lawmakers asked him about a variety of issues, including risky loans, share buy backs and fiduciary guidance.
12:19 PM HST Approx. 16 min. White House Briefing White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders reacts to news of the day including the delayed ... White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders reacts to news of the day including the delayed sentencing for former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn and the border wall negotiations and whether or not there would be a government shutdown just head of the holidays. 08:16 AM HST Approx. 14 min. Gov. Ducey & Rep. McSally News Conference Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) announced the appointment of Rep. Martha McSally (R) to the U.S. ... Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) announced the appointment of Rep. Martha McSally (R) to the U.S. Senate to fill the seat of the late Sen. John McCain (R). 01:47 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 16 min. Sen. Jim Inhofe R-OK on Armed Services Committee Priorities Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-OK) talked to students at the National Defense University about his priorities ... Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-OK) talked to students at the National Defense University about his priorities as the chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee. He also touched on the national defense strategy and areas he feels the U.S. is lacking in competitiveness in comparison to other countries like China and Russia.
12:35 PM HST Approx. 13 min. Senate Republican Leaders News Conference Senate Republican leaders spoke to reporters following a weekly lunch meeting with the party's ... Senate Republican leaders spoke to reporters following a weekly lunch meeting with the party's caucus. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said he would continue to work with the White House to adjust details of a bill to continue government funding into 2019. He and other Senate Republicans also talked about their efforts to pass a bill reforming aspects of the criminal justice system to focus more on supporting prisoners reentering society. 08:30 AM HST Approx. 5 min. House Minority Leader Pelosi on Government Funding Deal House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) talked to reporters about a looming deadline for a ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) talked to reporters about a looming deadline for a partial government shutdown due to an impasse on funding for border security as requested by President Trump. Rep. Pelosi said Democrats would not agree to the latest offer from the White House and Republicans, which would include some reprogramming of funding by the Executive Branch, and called the proposal a "slush fund" for the president. She also said she thought a short-term continuing resolution could be used to patch funding. 03:03 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 26 min. 1911 Congressional Report on Immigration Historian Katherine Benton-Cohen talked about her book, " Inventing the Immigration Problem: The ... Historian Katherine Benton-Cohen talked about her book, " Inventing the Immigration Problem: The Dillingham Commission and Its Legacy." The U.S. Immigration Commission, better known as the Dillingham Commission after its chairman Sen. William Dillingham (R-Vermont), was formed by congress in 1907 at a time when a large influx of immigrants was seen by many as a national crisis. The joint House and Senate effort issued an influential 41 volume report on their findings in 1911. The Wilson Center and National History Center co-hosted this event.
12:48 PM HST Approx. 19 min. Senate Democratic Leaders News Conference Senate Democratic leaders spoke to reporters following a weekly lunch meeting with the party's ... Senate Democratic leaders spoke to reporters following a weekly lunch meeting with the party's caucus. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said his party wouldn't support an offer from Republicans and the White House, which he panned as having a "slush fund" for President Trump. Senator Schumer and other Democrats also talked about their efforts to force a floor vote on legislation ordering Senate lawyers to defend the Affordable Care Act following a ruling from a Texas federal district court judge that the 2010 law was unconstitutional. 08:35 AM HST Approx. 12 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Cornyn R-TX on Criminal Justice Reform Bill Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that ... Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that is under consideration. He spoke in favor, talking about the programs that would keep people out of prison and reduce the likelihood of recidivism. 04:29 PM HST Approx. 15 min. U.S. - Mexico Border Wall The first fence along the U.S. - Mexico border, intended for cattle, was built in the early 1900s. ... The first fence along the U.S. - Mexico border, intended for cattle, was built in the early 1900s. Penn State professor Mary E. Mendoza talked about how immigration and border barriers changed over the course of the 20th century. American History TV recorded this interview at the Western History Association annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas.
01:07 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 31 min. LIVE French Embassy Hosts Discussion on International Organizations & Peace The French Embassy in the United States hosts a discussion on the role of international ... The French Embassy in the United States hosts a discussion on the role of international organizations like NATO and their impact on peace. Gérard Araud, the French ambassador to the U.S., participates. 08:47 AM HST Approx. 28 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Klobuchar D-MN & Sen. Leahy D-VT on Criminal Justice Bill Calling on her experience as a former prosecutor, Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) spoke in favor of ... Calling on her experience as a former prosecutor, Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) spoke in favor of the criminal justice reform bill that is under consideration on the Senate floor. She was followed by her colleague from Vermont, Senator Patrick Leahy (D), who echoed support for the bill 04:44 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 14 min. Lectures in History Early 20th Century Nativism and Immigration University of North Florida professor David Courtwright taught a class about changes in ... University of North Florida professor David Courtwright taught a class about changes in immigration demographics and the rise of nativism in the early 20th century.
02:38 PM HST Approx. 28 min. Washington Journal Judith Shulevitz Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like ... Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like Amazon's Alexa, will have on society. 09:15 AM HST Approx. 7 hr. 53 min. LIVE U.S. Senate U.S. Senate The Senate continues work on a Criminal Justice Reform bill. This week the Senate and House are ... The Senate continues work on a Criminal Justice Reform bill. This week the Senate and House are expected to work on legislation to extend gov't funding past Fri. midnight deadline. The White House has requested $5 billion in funding for a border wall. 05:58 PM HST Approx. 32 min. Reel America "The High Wall" - 1952 Produced for public service groups including the Illinois Department of Mental Health and the ... Produced for public service groups including the Illinois Department of Mental Health and the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith, this dramatized story follows a Chicago teenager whose prejudice against Polish immigrants leads him to violence. The "high wall" refers to psychological walls of bigotry that are passed down from insecure parents and teachers to children like a disease. A school psychologist who narrates the film argues that if children are raised in loving homes they will be immunized against ethnic and racial hatred. This half-hour film from the Library of Congress is feautured on the National Film Preservation Foundation's website.
03:06 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 31 min. Freedom Forum Institute Discussion on Role of Special Counsels The Freedom Forum Institute in Washington, DC hosted a discussion on the role of special counsels. ... The Freedom Forum Institute in Washington, DC hosted a discussion on the role of special counsels. Among the speakers were former Clinton and Carter administration official Stuart Eizenstat, George Washington University Public Interest Law Professor Jonathan Turley and former U.S. Solicitor General Ken Starr, who served as the independent counsel investigating the Clinton administration. They also talked about media coverage of ongoing investigations and special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and the Trump campaign. 05:08 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. Wilson Center Discussion on Yemen The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in ... The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in Yemen, which is supported by Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iran, and has caused wide-spread famine and disease. 06:30 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 38 min. Lectures in History Immigration Policy Since 1965 University of Texas at Austin professor Madeline Hsu taught a class about the 1965 Immigration Act ... University of Texas at Austin professor Madeline Hsu taught a class about the 1965 Immigration Act and current immigration demographics. She described how the number and country of origin for immigrants, visa holders, and refugees has changed over the past 50 years.
04:37 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 36 min. Wilson Center Discussion on U.S.-China Relations in 2018 The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and on whether to ... The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and on whether to describe the relationship as a "Cold War." Panelists rejected the Cold War comparison and offered analysis of a complex relationship between the U.S. and China. Former U.S. Ambassador to China J. Stapleton Roy told an audience that measuring any kind of change in China would take decades, and not months or years. Other topics discussed included reaction to Chinese President Xi's recent remarks on development and global openness, China's political and economic influence over the years, and what common misunderstandings and perceptions exist between the two countries. 06:13 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 19 min. Washington Institute for Near East Policy Discussion on Iran The Washington Institute for Near East Policy held a discussion on civil disobedience in Iran as ... The Washington Institute for Near East Policy held a discussion on civil disobedience in Iran as the 40th anniversary of the creation of the the Islamic Republic of Iran approached. The keynote speaker was Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last shah of Iran who was dethroned in the 1979 Iranian Revolution. He talked about the impact civil disobedience could play in an overthrow of the Islamic Republic's government, and about the impact foreign governments could have on that process. After a moderated discussion, Mr. Pahlavi answered questions from the audience. 08:08 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 1 min. History of the Tenement Museum To mark the 30th Anniversary of the Tenement Museum, co-founder Ruth Abram told the story of the ... To mark the 30th Anniversary of the Tenement Museum, co-founder Ruth Abram told the story of the building at 97 Orchard Street in New York's Lower East Side. She described how the museum has grown and developed, and how they use the stories of 19th and 20th century immigrants who lived at Orchard street to bring history to life for visitors.. Ruth Abram was interviewed by Tenement Museum president Kevin Jennings.
06:13 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 28 min. Technology, Politics & Society Manny's, a San Francisco lounge that hosts civic events, hosted a discussion on technology, ... Manny's, a San Francisco lounge that hosts civic events, hosted a discussion on technology, politics and society with OpenAI chair Sam Altman and technology journalist Kara Swisher. 07:32 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. Wilson Center Discussion on Yemen The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in ... The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on the prospects of peace talks to stop the civil war in Yemen, which is supported by Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iran, and has caused wide-spread famine and disease. 09:09 PM HST Approx. 57 min. U.S. Cold War Refugee Policy The National History Center hosted a Congressional briefing on the history of U.S. refugee and ... The National History Center hosted a Congressional briefing on the history of U.S. refugee and asylum policy during the Cold War. Historians Carl Bon Tempo and Maria Cristina Garcia outlined the evolution of refugee policy from the immediate post-war period through the Refugee Act of 1980, which amended several laws and created the Federal Refugee Resettlement Program. This National History Center briefing was part of a regular series providing historical context to current events for congressional members and staff.
07:41 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 32 min. Freedom Forum Institute Discussion on Role of Special Counsels The Freedom Forum Institute in Washington, DC hosted a discussion on the role of special counsels. ... The Freedom Forum Institute in Washington, DC hosted a discussion on the role of special counsels. Among the speakers were former Clinton and Carter administration official Stuart Eizenstat, George Washington University Public Interest Law Professor Jonathan Turley and former U.S. Solicitor General Ken Starr, who served as the independent counsel investigating the Clinton administration. They also talked about media coverage of ongoing investigations and special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and the Trump campaign. 08:37 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 18 min. Washington Institute for Near East Policy Discussion on Iran The Washington Institute for Near East Policy held a discussion on civil disobedience in Iran as ... The Washington Institute for Near East Policy held a discussion on civil disobedience in Iran as the 40th anniversary of the creation of the the Islamic Republic of Iran approached. The keynote speaker was Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last shah of Iran who was dethroned in the 1979 Iranian Revolution. He talked about the impact civil disobedience could play in an overthrow of the Islamic Republic's government, and about the impact foreign governments could have on that process. After a moderated discussion, Mr. Pahlavi answered questions from the audience. 10:06 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 28 min. The Fugitive Slave Act & Immigration Dickinson College history professor Matthew Pinsker moderated a discussion on the 1850 Fugitive ... Dickinson College history professor Matthew Pinsker moderated a discussion on the 1850 Fugitive Slave Act, which required free states to return runaway slaves. Panelists drew parallels between the Fugitive Slave Act and today's immigration issues, including the handling of undocumented persons and the separation of families. Dickinson College hosted this event.
09:13 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 47 min. Washington Post Discussion on Next Generation Jobs Lawmakers and entrepreneurs fielded questions from Washington Post reporters on the "gig economy" ... Lawmakers and entrepreneurs fielded questions from Washington Post reporters on the "gig economy" - the independent and short-term contract labor force - and how technology is changing the economic landscape. 09:55 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 33 min. French Embassy Hosts Discussion on International Organizations & Peace The French Embassy in the United States hosted a discussion about the impact of multilateralism on ... The French Embassy in the United States hosted a discussion about the impact of multilateralism on peace around the globe, and the role and influence of international organizations like the United Nations and NATO. Participants, including French Ambassador to the U.S. Gérard Araud, discussed shifting political and diplomatic attitudes in the U.S. and Europe, and how those changes had affected the chances for peace in areas of ongoing armed conflict, war, and humanitarian crisis. 11:34 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 25 min. 1911 Congressional Report on Immigration Historian Katherine Benton-Cohen talked about her book, " Inventing the Immigration Problem: The ... Historian Katherine Benton-Cohen talked about her book, " Inventing the Immigration Problem: The Dillingham Commission and Its Legacy." The U.S. Immigration Commission, better known as the Dillingham Commission after its chairman Sen. William Dillingham (R-Vermont), was formed by congress in 1907 at a time when a large influx of immigrants was seen by many as a national crisis. The joint House and Senate effort issued an influential 41 volume report on their findings in 1911. The Wilson Center and National History Center co-hosted this event.
11:00 PM HST Approx. 31 min. Washington Journal Judith Shulevitz Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like ... Atlantic contributor Judith Shulevitz discussed her piece looking at how digital assistants, like Amazon's Alexa, will have on society. 11:28 PM HST Approx. 3 min. U.S. Senate Re-air 'Sen. Chuck Schumer D-IL on Criminal Justice Reform ' Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to speak about criminal justice reform. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-IL) came to the Senate floor to speak about criminal justice reform. 12:59 AM HST Approx. 15 min. U.S. - Mexico Border Wall The first fence along the U.S. - Mexico border, intended for cattle, was built in the early 1900s. ... The first fence along the U.S. - Mexico border, intended for cattle, was built in the early 1900s. Penn State professor Mary E. Mendoza talked about how immigration and border barriers changed over the course of the 20th century. American History TV recorded this interview at the Western History Association annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas.
11:31 PM HST Approx. 1 hr. 35 min. Wilson Center Discussion on U.S.-China Relations in 2018 The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and on whether to ... The Wilson Center hosted a discussion on U.S.-China relations over the past year and on whether to describe the relationship as a "Cold War." Panelists rejected the Cold War comparison and offered analysis of a complex relationship between the U.S. and China. Former U.S. Ambassador to China J. Stapleton Roy told an audience that measuring any kind of change in China would take decades, and not months or years. Other topics discussed included reaction to Chinese President Xi's recent remarks on development and global openness, China's political and economic influence over the years, and what common misunderstandings and perceptions exist between the two countries. 11:31 PM HST Approx. 11 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Cornyn R-TX on Criminal Justice Reform Bill Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that ... Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that is under consideration. He spoke in favor, talking about the programs that would keep people out of prison and reduce the likelihood of recidivism. 01:14 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 32 min. Georgetown University Discussion on Christianity & Alt-Right - Future Georgetown University hosted a series of discussions with religious scholars on Christianity and ... Georgetown University hosted a series of discussions with religious scholars on Christianity and the "alt-right" movement. This panel talked about what writers, scholars and the broader academic world should do to critique and counter the alt-right.
01:06 AM HST Approx. 53 min. Chinese President Xi Jinping Delivers Remarks on 40th Anniversary of China's Reform Policies Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech in Beijing on the 40th anniversary of China's ... Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech in Beijing on the 40th anniversary of China's reform policy and open economy. President Xi, who also serves as the general secretary of the Communist Party of China, talked about his country's economic and political transformation, modernization of the Chinese military, and the future of trade relations. This 50-minute portion is courtesy of China Global Television Network (CGTN) and has simultaneous English translation. 11:42 PM HST Approx. 19 min. U.S. Senate Sens. Portman & Kyl on Criminal Justice Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Jon Kyl (R-AZ) came to the floor to debate the Criminal Justice ... Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Jon Kyl (R-AZ) came to the floor to debate the Criminal Justice Reform bill. 02:46 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 14 min. Atlantic Council Discussion on U.S. Policy Toward Syria - Panel Atlantic Council in Washington, DC hosted a series of conversations on U.S. policy toward Syria. ... Atlantic Council in Washington, DC hosted a series of conversations on U.S. policy toward Syria. This portion of the event included a panel discussion with Middle East experts on stabilization efforts in Syria. In addition, Atlantic Council Digital Forensic Research Lab Director Graham Brookie outlined a new report analyzing the military tactics and documented attacks by the Syrian government in eastern Ghouta, a region in southwest Syria near Damascus.
01:59 AM HST Approx. 3 hr. 3 min. LIVE Washington Journal 12/19/2018 12:01 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 58 min. House Oversight Subcommittee Hearing on Fetal Tissue Research Alternatives, Part 1 Two House Oversight and Government Reform subcommittees held a hearing to consider alternatives to ... Two House Oversight and Government Reform subcommittees held a hearing to consider alternatives to fetal tissue research. During this portion, researchers on both sides of the issue delivered opening statements before the committee recessed for votes in the House. 04:00 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 29 min. LIVE Global Business Dialogue Discussion on U.S.-China Trade Relations The Global Business Dialogue hosts a discussion on the impact of the U.S.-China relations on ... The Global Business Dialogue hosts a discussion on the impact of the U.S.-China relations on regional players like Japan and Australia.
05:02 AM HST Approx. 22 min. Prime Minister's Questions British House of Commons Point of Order Over Jeremy Corbyn Comment Conservative members of the British House of Commons have accused Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn of ... Conservative members of the British House of Commons have accused Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn of calling Prime Minister Theresa May a "stupid woman" during Prime Minister's questions. 01:59 AM HST Approx. 52 min. LIVE Prime Minister's Questions Prime Minister's Questions British Prime Minister Theresa May fields questions from members in the last Question Time session ... British Prime Minister Theresa May fields questions from members in the last Question Time session of the year. 05:29 AM HST Approx. 53 min. Chinese President Xi Jinping Delivers Remarks on 40th Anniversary of China's Reform Policies Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech in Beijing on the 40th anniversary of China's ... Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech in Beijing on the 40th anniversary of China's reform policy and open economy. President Xi, who also serves as the general secretary of the Communist Party of China, talked about his country's economic and political transformation, modernization of the Chinese military, and the future of trade relations. This 50-minute portion is courtesy of China Global Television Network (CGTN) and has simultaneous English translation.
05:24 AM HST Approx. 7 min. Washington Journal Lauren Camera U.S. News & World Report's Lauren Camera discussed the Federal Commission on School Safety's ... U.S. News & World Report's Lauren Camera discussed the Federal Commission on School Safety's report and what this means for school discipline across the U.S. 02:51 AM HST Approx. 12 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Cornyn R-TX on Criminal Justice Reform Bill Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that ... Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor about the criminal justice reform bill that is under consideration. He spoke in favor, talking about the programs that would keep people out of prison and reduce the likelihood of recidivism. 06:22 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 38 min. Georgetown University Discussion on Civil Rights Movement in Northern Ireland & the U.S., Part 3 Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil ... Georgetown University hosted several panel discussions marking the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movements in Northern Ireland and the shared experiences found in the parallel movement happening during the 1960s in the United States. During the closing panel, Ireland's ambassador to the U.S. joined several Northern Ireland civil rights activists and others to discuss the legacy of the movement and how Brexit will impact the current civil rights movement in the region.
05:31 AM HST Approx. 32 min. LIVE Federal Plan to Combat Lead Exposure Acting Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler, along with heads of other ... Acting Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler, along with heads of other agencies, unveil President Trump's plan to combat lead exposure. 03:03 AM HST Approx. 1 hr. 10 min. LIVE Axios Discussion on Criminal Justice Reform Axios hosts a discussion on criminal justice reform with lawmakers and journalists. Axios hosts a discussion on criminal justice reform with lawmakers and journalists. 08:00 AM HST Approx. 11 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
06:03 AM HST Approx. 56 min. Washington Journal Emily Gee & Benedic Ippolito Center for American Progress' Emily Gee and American Enterprise Institute's Benedic Ippolito ... Center for American Progress' Emily Gee and American Enterprise Institute's Benedic Ippolito discussed next steps after a federal judge in Texas ruled the Affordable Care Act was unconstitutional. 04:13 AM HST Approx. 11 min. U.S. Senate Re-air 'Sen. Gardner R-CO on Marijuana Commerce Amendment to Criminal Justice Reform Bill ' Colorado Senator Cory Gardner (R) talked about what the marijuana industry means to his states and ... Colorado Senator Cory Gardner (R) talked about what the marijuana industry means to his states and others across the nation. He attempted to attach an amendment to the criminal justice reform bill, via a unanimous request, that would decriminalizes marijuana-related activities at the federal-level when state laws are otherwise complied with. Senator Grassley (R-IA) objected to the request.
06:59 AM HST Approx. 34 min. LIVE U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives The U.S. House of Representatives faces a Friday, December 21st deadline at midnight to reach an ... The U.S. House of Representatives faces a Friday, December 21st deadline at midnight to reach an agreement on federal funding to avoid a government shutdown.The House will work on several suspension bills, with votes expected later in the day. 04:24 AM HST Approx. 28 min. U.S. Senate Senators Kennedy, Nelson & Durbin on Criminal Justice Reform Senators John Kennedy (R-LA), Bill Nelson (D-FL) & Dick Durbin (D-IL) debated the criminal justice ... Senators John Kennedy (R-LA), Bill Nelson (D-FL) & Dick Durbin (D-IL) debated the criminal justice reform bill under consideration on the Senate floor.
07:33 AM HST Approx. 11 hr. 27 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 04:52 AM HST Approx. 7 min. U.S. Senate Sen. Cotton on Criminal Justice Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton came to the floor to discuss the Criminal Justice Reform bill, and ... Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton came to the floor to discuss the Criminal Justice Reform bill, and three proposed amendments that he and Senator Kennedy have proposed to the measure.
04:59 AM HST Approx. 14 hr. 9 min. LIVE U.S. Senate U.S. Senate The Senate faces a Friday deadline at midnight to reach an agreement on federal funding to avoid a ... The Senate faces a Friday deadline at midnight to reach an agreement on federal funding to avoid a government shutdown.