Time magazine's Eric Cortellessa discusses his interview with former President Trump, Semafor's Shelby Talcott discusses the Trump campaign's VP selection process, and war crimes expert Michael Newton discusses the International Criminal Court.
Journalists and advocates discuss freedom of the press and the safety and security of journalists covering conflict abroad; The Washington Post hosts this event.
Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control Mallory Stewart discusses reports that Russia is developing a space-based nuclear weapon to destroy satellites. The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosts the discussion.
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New York Times correspondent David Sanger spoke about China's rise, Russia's invasion of Ukraine & America's role in the world in the 21st century. He was interviewed by Harvard University Belfer Center senior fellow Paula Dobriansky.
R Street Institute and former NYPD officer Jillian Snider discusses police data transparency and high school teacher Sunshine Cavalluzzi discusses the Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politics Exam and how students can prepare for it.
R Street Institute and former NYPD officer Jillian Snider discussed police data transparency and high school teacher Sunshine Cavalluzzi discussed the Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politics Exam and how students can prepare for it.
"To all those impacted, I am deeply, deeply sorry," said UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty on the impact of a cyber attack on one of its companies, Change Healthcare, in February 2024. Mr. Witty's apology came as he testified during a public hearing before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. UnitedHealth Group is the largest health care insurance company in the U.S., and one of the largest companies in the world. He spoke on the lessons learned and cooperation with federal officials, as well as steps taken to improve cybersecurity and the help offered to the patients, providers, and organizations impacted by the cyber attack.
Republican Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene (GA) and Thomas Massie (KY) said they would give House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) "one more weekend" to consider stepping down from the chamber's top leadership post, saying he had failed the Republican conference by shepherding foreign aid bills and other legislation they opposed through House passage. If he did not resign, the two lawmakers said they would move forward with an already filed motion to vacate in the coming week. Rep. Massie suggested Rep. Johnson give a long notice-period to avoid causing a roadblock to ongoing legislative work, as happened when former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) resigned in October 2023.
"We're constantly reminded of the importance of transportation safety. The country watched in shock as a cargo ship struck and destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, taking six lives and closing a vital port," said Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg. He appeared before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development to testify on the president's 2025 budget request. He also said his department was working as quickly as possible to reopen the port and rebuild the bridge. Sec. Buttigieg also answered questions on a variety of topics, including aviation investment, air traffic controller recruitment, Boeing safety concerns, railway infrastructure, pedestrian and roadway safety, and tribal community transportation funding.
Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough testified on President Biden's 2025 and 2026 budget requests for the VA before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee. He took several questions on veterans' health care, including on the Pact Act, a law passed in August 2022 that expands care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act during a news conference from Capitol Hill. If passed, the legislation would end the federal government's restriction on cannabis and allow for states to create and enforce their own cannabis laws. The legislation reintroduction comes on the heels of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) recent announcement of its intent to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a less dangerous Schedule III drug.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-KY) and other Republican members of the committee held a news conference at George Washington University amid pro-Palestinian protests taking place on the campus. Rep. Comer said he and his colleagues were on campus to ensure that students were safe, and he alleged that there were non-student protesters who had trespassed onto the university's property. Chair Comer also announced that there would be an emergency hearing about the protests the following Wednesday, featuring Washington, DC's mayor and police chief.
"There's the right to protest, but not the right to cause chaos," President Biden said from the Roosevelt Room of White House in response to protests happening on college campuses around the country. President Biden called for order and said violent protest was not protected under the First Amendment. He briefly responded to questions asked by reporters, including whether believed the National Guard should get involved. The president said no. The were response to both the federal government's handling of the Israel Hamas war and financial investment by colleges in Israeli companies.
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona responded to the pro-Palestinian protests happening at universities as the Israel-Hamas war continued in Gaza, saying antisemitism and hate had no place on campuses. He also said his department had an open investigation into Columbia University, the epicenter of the protests. His remarks about this matter came as he testified before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee on President Biden's 2025 budget request for the department. Sec. Cardona also took questions on the delayed rollout of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and the Biden administration's revisions to Title IX, which provide new protections for transgender students.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced that the federal reserve board's benchmark interest rate would remain unchanged at 5.25% to 5.5% due to inflation still remaining too high. He also said it was "unlikely" there would be a rate-hike in the near-future, saying the current rate is sufficiently restrictive for lowering inflation to the federal reserve's 2% goal. Mr. Powell's remarks occurred at his monthly news conference, following the Federal Open Market Committee's meeting on April 30-May 1. The Fed's benchmark interest rate has not changed since July 2023.
"AI cannot replicate the depth of my life journey, yet those who control it hold the power to mimic the likeness of my art, replicate it, and falsely claim my identity and intellectual property," said musician and actor Tahliah "FKA twigs" Debrett Barnett during her opening testimony before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property. FKA twigs appeared along with music and movie industry leaders, including Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl, to testify on intellectual property concerns with digital replicas and generative artificial intelligence (AI). Several topics were addressed, including First Amendment protections, the use of deep fakes, copyright protections, and holding bad actors and those committing fraud with AI accountable.
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm testified on President Biden's 2025 budget request before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security. Topics included U.S. liquid natural gas (LNG) exports, appliance efficiency standards, electric vehicle supply chains, and clean energy goals.
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House lawmakers debated a bill that requires the Interior Department to reissue the Trump-era final rule that removes the gray wolf from protections under the Endangered Species Act. The White House issued a statement opposing the measure.
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty apologized for the chaos after cyber attackers targeted one of its companies, Change Healthcare, in February 2024. Mr. Witty's apology came as he testified during a public hearing before the Senate Finance Committee. UnitedHealth Group is the largest health care insurance company in the U.S., and one of the largest companies in the world. As he departed the more than two-hour long hearing, protesters confronted the CEO. Mr. Witty was also scheduled to testify before a House subcommittee on the same day.
"It is an honor to welcome Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. to the Capitol," said Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) during remarks at the Capitol where the late Korean War veteran was lying in honor. Others in attendance included Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN).. Col. Puckett, who received the Medal of Honor from President Biden in 2021, passed away at the age of 97 on April 8, 2024, at his home in Columbus Georgia.
The families of Americans detained abroad in countries including China, Iran and Afghanistan urged U.S. lawmakers to bring them home immediately. They met with the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations to discuss how Congress can help secure their release. Wall Street Journal Assistant Editor Paul Beckett also participated in the meeting. Evan Gershkovich, a reporter with the news outlet, has been detained in Russia since March 2023. Those who participated in this conversation included the families of Ryan Corbett, who has been detained in Afghanistan since 2022; Austin Tice in Syria since 2012; Majd Kamalmaz, also in Syria since 2018; Alsu Kurmasheva in Russia; and Jamshid Sharmahd in Iran since 2003.
The Arizona Senate voted to repeal an 1864 law banning nearly all abortions in the state. Two Republicans joined 14 Democrats to repeal it. This 1864 law came into the limelight after the state Supreme Court ruled in April 2024 the law was still applicable and outlawed nearly all abortions. Members from both parties described the impacts of miscarriages, played recorded audio of heartbeats from the womb, and raised concerns about the age of the law as they passionately expressed the reason for their vote and, at times, criticized the votes of their colleagues. In addition, visitors in the gallery could be heard interrupting members.
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Former congressman Patrick Kennedy (D-RI), co-author of "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," talked about Americans who have struggled with mental illness and the stigma and silence that he says still surrounds it.
"I know the thoughts of the whole House are with the people of Hainault in East London, following yesterday's appalling attack it's absolutely heartbreaking that a teenage boy has died," said British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of an attack the day before by a man with a sword who stabbed multiple people on the streets which resulted in the death of a 14-year-old boy. The prime minister's remarks came at the start of his weekly question time with members of the House of Commons. A variety of topics were addressed, including public safety, health care investment, illegal migration, support for Ukraine, and the Israel-Hamas war.
Former congressman Patrick Kennedy (D-RI), co-author of "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," talked about Americans who have struggled with mental illness and the stigma and silence that he says still surrounds it.
The Atlantic Council held a series of discussions focusing on the upcoming NATO Summit in Washington, DC. In this session U.S., British and German diplomats spoke about each of their countries defense priorities, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and other global security challenges on the horizon. The summit will occur July 9 to 11.
Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL) and Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA) discussed liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports at an event hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, DC. Topics included natural resources, supply-chain and reliable energy solutions, geopolitics, and energy technology exports. In addition, they discussed the impact changing policy has on energy markets and reflected on whether energy consumers or producers benefited most from those policies.
The Arizona Senate voted to repeal an 1864 law banning nearly all abortions in the state. Two Republicans joined 14 Democrats to repeal it. This 1864 law came into the limelight after the state Supreme Court ruled in April 2024 the law was still applicable and outlawed nearly all abortions. Members from both parties described the impacts of miscarriages, played recorded audio of heartbeats from the womb, and raised concerns about the age of the law as they passionately expressed the reason for their vote and, at times, criticized the votes of their colleagues. In addition, visitors in the gallery could be heard interrupting members.
Former congressman Patrick Kennedy (D-RI), co-author of "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," talked about Americans who have struggled with mental illness and the stigma and silence that he says still surrounds it.