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1973 Saturday Night Massacre 50th Anniversary
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President Richard Nixon's firing of Watergate Special Prosecutor Archibald Cox on October 20, 1973, set off a chain of political and legal events that left his presidency hanging in the balance. Fifty years later, key players convened to talk about their roles, and the larger implications for...
on Dec 20
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Funeral Service for Justice Sandra Day O'Connor
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A funeral service was held for the late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
on Dec 19
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The Atlantic staff writer Tim Alberta examined the evangelical movement in America and its intersection with political issues. He was interviewed by Messiah University history professor and author John Fea.
on Dec 19
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160th Anniversary of Lincoln's 1863 Gettysburg Address
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The Lincoln Group of the District of Columbia marked the occasion of the 160th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, on November 19, 1863, with a discussion of the president's use of oratory and hidden meaning.
on Dec 17
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2023 George Washington Symposium: The Role of the Military in a Democracy
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Author Rick Atkinson and Generals Joseph Dunford, John Kelly, and Jim Mattis discussed the role of the military in a democracy. The 2023 George Washington Symposium was hosted by George Washington's Mount Vernon in Virginia.
on Dec 17
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2023 George Washington Symposium: The Role of the Military in a Democracy
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Author Rick Atkinson and Generals Joseph Dunford, John Kelly, and Jim Mattis discussed the role of the military in a democracy. The 2023 George Washington Symposium was hosted by George Washington's Mount Vernon in Virginia.
on Dec 17
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Hearing on Alternatives for Single-Use Plastics
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Stakeholders in environmental policy and recycling industries testified before the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight on the impact of plastic on the environment and alternatives for single-use...
on Dec 16
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Administration Officials Testify on Protecting the Rights of Foster Children
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Senior leadership from the Department of Health and Human Services and the FBI testified on the protection of rights and safety of children in foster care before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Law. Several topics were addressed, including efforts to stop abuse and...
on Dec 15
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Senate Majority Leader states that the US Government has information on UAPs that has been illegally withheld from Congress and the American people.
on Dec 14
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House Rules Committee Meeting on President Biden Impeachment Inquiry, Part 2
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The House Rules Committee voted along party lines, 9-4, to send House Resolution 918 to the floor for a vote. The resolution would authorize the House Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, and Judiciary committees to continue their formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden. The...
on Dec 13
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Whistleblowers Testify on U.S. Coast Guard Academy Sexual Assault
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Whistleblowers testified on sexual assault and harassment at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Permanent Investigations.
on Dec 12
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Oversight of Wall Street Firms
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The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee holds an annual oversight hearing of Wall Street firms, with CEOs from Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo among those testifying.
on Dec 10
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Hearing on Seized Russian Assets for Ukraine Fight
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Ukrainian government officials along with advocates testified on using seized Russian assets to fund Ukraine's reconstruction. They appeared before the U.S. Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, often referred to as the Helsinki Commission. One of the witnesses, a Ukrainian attorney,...
on Dec 8
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University Presidents Testify on College Campus Antisemitism, Part 1
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The presidents of Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) testified on combating antisemitism on college campuses during a public hearing before the House Education and Workforce Committee. They were questioned on free speech versus...
on Dec 7
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Harvard, UPenn & MIT Presidents on Combating Antisemitism, Part 1
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The presidents of Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) testified on combating antisemitism on college campuses during a public hearing before the House Education and Workforce Committee. They were questioned on free speech vs....
on Dec 6
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FBI Director Testifies on Bureau's Oversight, Part 2
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FBI Director Christopher Wray testified on oversight of the bureau before the Seante Judiciary Committee.
on Dec 6
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FBI Director Christopher Wray Testifies at Oversight Hearing
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"Given the steady drumbeat of calls for attacks by foreign terrorist organizations since October 7th, we're working around the clock to identify and disrupt potential attacks by those inspired by Hamas's horrific terrorist attacks in Israel," said FBI Director Christopher Wray as he discussed...
on Dec 6
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Speaker Johnson Says Faces on Jan. 6 Tapes Being Blurred to Prevent DOJ Retaliation
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House Speaker Mike Johnson defends his decision to release January 6 tapes, saying he believes in transparency. He also says the faces of some of the people who participated in the events that day are being blurred to protect them from retaliation and being charged by the Justice Department.
on Dec 5
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House Minority Leader Jeffries Speaks at NH Democratic Fundraiser
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) spoke at the 2023 Eleanor Roosevelt Dinner in Manchester, New Hampshire, an annual fundraiser for the state's Democratic Party. Amid the state's upcoming presidential primary on January 23, Rep. Jeffries promoted incumbent President Joe Biden's track...
on Dec 3
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Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's Judicial Impact
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Supreme Court Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia Sotomayor discussed the legacy and impact of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman nominated to the Supreme Court. This talk was part of an all-day conference commemorating the 38th anniversary of Justice O'Connor's Senate confirmation,...
on Dec 3
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Lawmakers React to George Santos Expulsion
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Lawmakers reacted to the expulsion vote of George Santos from Congress. The House voted to expel Mr. Santos from Congress with a total vote count of 311 yeas, 114 nays and two present.
on Dec 1
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House Votes to Expel Rep. George Santos, 311-114
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The House votes 311-114 to expel Rep. George Santos (R-NY). All Republican leaders voted against the resolution. In total 105 Republicans and 206 Democrats for expulsion. Two members voted present.
on Dec 1
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Christopher Hitchens talked about headline news stories and about his recent [Harper's] article, "The Case Against Henry Kissinger". He also responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail.
on Nov 30
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Dean Phillips Holds Town Hall at New England College
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2024 Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) met with voters at a town hall hosted by New England College in Henniker, New Hampshire. He first delivered his stump speech, talking about his first 10 days on the campaign trail since declaring his challenge to President Biden...
on Nov 30
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Families of Hamas Hostages Testify on Capitol Hill
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Families of hostages captured by Hamas testified before the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia.
on Nov 29
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Tribute Service for Rosalynn Carter
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A tribute service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter was held at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on the campus of Emory University in Atlanta.
on Nov 28
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Sen. Joe Biden (D-DE) talked about the possibility of NATO expansion and what it could mean for the future of foreign diplomacy. He outlined his support for enlargement of NATO and gave his predictions for the Senate's position on the issue. The Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland are the United...
on Nov 27
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User Clip: EPIC Testimony on Hacking by Cliff Stoll in 1989
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The Cuckoo's Egg: Tracking a Spy Through the Maze of Computer Espionage
on Nov 24
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Duke University Psychology Professor Discusses Misinformation
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Duke University psychology professor Dan Ariely explored what causes rational people to believe misinformation. The Tribeca Barnes & Noble in New York City hosted this event.
on Nov 21
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Former President Trump Calls for Death Penalty for Drug Dealers
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Former President Trump calls for lawmakers to pass a law mandating the death penalty for drug dealers during his official announcement of his 2024 presidential candidacy in a speech at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. He said such laws in places like China and Singapore tamped down...
on Nov 19
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California U.S. Senate Democratic Debate in Los Angeles
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Democratic Reps. Barbara Lee, Adam Schiff, and Katie Porter participated in a forum for the 2024 race for candidates seeking the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in California co-hosted by the National Union of Healthcare Workers, Roll Call, and Courage California. Among the topics debated were...
on Nov 18
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Philadelphia Attorney Tells Lawmakers How He Nearly Fell Victim to AI Scam
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Philadelphia attorney Gary Schildhorn tells a Senate panel about his story of an attempted scam against him where his son's voice was spoofed by artificial intelligence.
on Nov 18
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Rachel Maddow Discusses <em>Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism</em>
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MSNBC's Rachel Maddow argued that authoritarianism has existed on the fringe far-right of U.S. politics for nearly a century. Politics and Prose Bookstore and George Washington University in Washington, D.C., hosted this event.
on Nov 16
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Senate Rules Committee Approves Proposal to Advance Military Nominations
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The Senate Rules and Administration Committee votes 9 to 7 to approve a resolution that would allow the Senate to consider en bloc military nominations in an effort to circumvent Alabama Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville's months-long hold on promotions over his objection to the Pentagon's...
on Nov 15
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Author Discussion on Free Expression
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Authors Roxane Gay and Luis Alberto Urrea talked about the threats they perceive to free expression in America. This event was part of the 2023 Texas Book Festival in Austin.
on Nov 12
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<em>Interstellar - Extraterrestrial Life & Our Future in the Stars</em>
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Harvard University science theoretical physicist Avi Loeb argued for the possibility of intelligent life beyond earth and theorized what first contact might look like. This video was provided by the Smithsonian Associates.
on Nov 12
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Rep. Sara Jacobs Files Censure Resolution Against Rep. Brian Mast Over Comments About Palestinians
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Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) files a privileged resolution calling for the censure of Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) over comments he made on the floor last week about Palestinians during a debate on a resolution in support of Israel. On November 1, Rep. Mast said the following: "I think when we look at...
on Nov 7
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<em>United States v. Rahimi</em> Oral Argument
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The Supreme Court heard oral argument in United States v. Rahimi, a case on whether people who have domestic violence protective orders against them can be in possession of a gun.
on Nov 7
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Hans von Spakovsky and Dean Obeidallah talked about lawsuits using the 14th Amendment to disqualify former President Trump from the 2024 presidential ballot. Mr. Von Spakovsky is a Heritage Foundation senior legal fellow, and Mr. Obeidallah hosts a SiriusXM Progress radio show.
on Nov 6
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Senate Republicans Attempt to Approve Sen. Tuberville's Blocked Military Nominations
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The Senate passed three bill package of spending for agriculture, transportation, and veterans affairs by 83-15 vote. Senate Republicans spoke on the floor about Sen. Tuberville's (R-AL) block on military nominations.
on Nov 2
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The House met for Morning Hour, with members permitted to speak on any topic.
on Nov 2