[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org]take you live l warehouse -- >> good morning. glad to see all. we have an honor to those imation netanyahu this week to celebrate the remarkable progress over the past year and renew of course our steadfast commitment to the u.s.-israeli partnership. the prime minister and i have developed a strong bond since i became speaker. i consider him a close friend. we've spoken often. the first piece of legislation i passed after taking the capital was a resolution of reaffirming the u.s. commitment to the security of israel. that was in important gesture on our part. of course i was happy to pass the security assistance funding when israel needed it the most. he and i speak regularly. we were honored to host my friend the prime minister in july for his historic fourth joint address to congress which tied for the record of all time. that showed the world israel is not alone and they won't be so long as we are governi

[captioning made possible by the national captioning institute, inc., in cooperation with the united states house of representatives. any use of the closed-captioned coverage of the house proceedings for political or commercial purposes is expressly prohibited by the u.s. house of representatives.] the speaker pro tempore: on this vote 9 yeas are 404 and the nays 1, 2/3 being in the affirmative, the rules are -- the speaker pro tempore: on this vote the yeas are 412, the nays are 1, 2/3 being in the affirmative, the rules are suspended, the bill is passed and the motion to reconsider is laid on the table. the speaker: the house will come to order. the house will come to order. for what purpose does the gentleman from kansas seek recognition? without objection, so ordered. >> mr. speaker, tonight we're gathered on the house floor to honor the men and women who tragically lost their lives january 29. today we represent the districts and states impacted by the heartbreaking crash of flight 5342 and the united states blackhawk helicopter. the eagle flight left my hometown of wichita, kans

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy visit ncicap.org] >> saturday's watch american history new series. we'll explore the early month of presidential administrations through the c-span archives. we'll look at setback and study how effects affected their presidency. andrew jackson was elected president in 128 in a rematch with john quincy adams from the 1824 election. mr. jackson came to office with a vision for the country. but his agenda was stalled

[talking simultaneously] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] . you can post on social media sites all day even after the program is done. a couple of updates on confirmations, political order that yesterday the president's nominee pam bondi was confirmed by the senate 54-46. e

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy visit ncicap.org] >> the u.s. house will return at 4:15 p.m. eastern today to vote on wheth tofficially begin work on a llo permanently classify fentanyl related substances as schedule one drugs. to have the roest controls and penalties. this week a measure to block bans of oil and natural gas fracking and house speak mike johnson will meet with iae prime minister netanyahu on pil hill top. as always live -- tomorrow. as always live congress of the house on c-span. this afternoon president trump will sign an executivorder meant to prevent people who are ologically assigned male at birth from taking rt in women's or girls sportin events. we'll bring that to you live on c-span at 3 p.m. eastern. can you also watch on the free c-span now video app or online at our website c-span.org. >> c-span shop.org is c-span's online store. brows through our latest collection of c-span products,

[talking simultaneously] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] . you can post on social media sites all day even after the program is done. a couple of updates on confirmations, political order that yesterday the president's nominee pam bondi was confirmed by the senate 54-46. she will now assume the role of top federal prosecutor and poised to be a key figure in efforts to transform the department of justice which the -- also when it comes to confirmations, the senate confirming the pick to run the department of veterans affairs with broad support from democrats, doug collins, georgia republican, played a key role in defending president trump in his first impeachment. only democrats opposed the nominee who will now inherit an agency that historically struggled to provide quality health care to the millions of veterans it serves. this is kevin in indiana, a republican line. caller: i was just watching mr. harrigan speak and he gives me

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org. >> the final jobs report was release of president biden and 143,000 jobs were added and the unemployment rate dipped. economists were projecting it would stay at 4.1% and 70,000 jobs would be added. sunday night, ex-convict, poet and yale law school graduate recommending nailed betts wrote "letter from birmingham jail. an organization that he founded that builds libraries in prisons. >> the judge might have not been under an illusion and saying i could get something out of it if i tried and this is a testament that i got something out of it but i came home to a world where it might feel overwhelming and might feel like it is absolutely hard to make a way when you have hurt somebody in the past but i have created more opportunities for people to to reflect on the ways in which he changed and what king said the beloved community. >> sunday night at 8:00 p.m.

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> saturdays watch american history tv's "first 100 days." we review with historians and awe fors and through the c-span archives. we examine how events impacted presidential terms and the nation up to present day. this saturday we look at the first 100 days of andrew jackson's presidency. andrew jackson was elected president in 1828 in a rematch with john quincy adams from the 1824 election. mr. jackson came to office with a visioner in country but his agenda was stalled by controversy. early issues during his term include states' rights, payment of national debt, tariffs and treatment of native americans. watch american history tv's new series "first 100 days," saturday at 7:00 p.m. eastern on american history tv on c-span2. >> maria is a strategy professor from the national defense university. he she discusses the geopolitics of global humanitarian aid focusing on aid from the u.s., china and russia. the

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[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> washington journal continues. host: joining us from new orleans, stephen griffin of tulane law school, a constitutional law professor here to talk about the president's use of executive power. professor griffin, thanks for your time. guest: no problem at all. i'm happy to be here. host: we have seen the president use his power for a little over a week. from that approach you have seen, what would you say is his approach to the use of executive power? guest: well, that's a pretty big question. because there are several things going on at once. in one sense, president trump is using executive orders to establish the -- some of the themes and programs he talked about on the campaign. he's giving directives to executive agencies to sort of line them up along his policy objectives. and perhaps spark some action. but there are other executive actions that raise serious constitutional questions and/or our attemp

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] ♪ >> saturdays, watch american history tv's new series, first 100 days. the c-span archives, we will look at accomplishments and setbacks and examine how events impacted presidential terms and the nation up to present day. this saturday we will look at the first 100 days of andrew jackson's presidency. he was elected president in 1828 and a rematch with john quincy adams. mr. jackson came to office with a vision for the country but his agenda was stalled by controversy. early issues included states rights, tariffs and treatment of native americans. watch american history tv's new series first 100 days saturdays at 7:00 p.m. eastern on c-span2. ♪ >> listening to programs on c-span through c-span radio is easy. to tell your smart speaker to play c-span radio and listen to washington journal, important events throughout the day and weekdays catch washington today. listen to c-span any time. just tell your smart

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] >> you can continue watching this on our website, c-span.org. over to capitol hill now where the house is gaveling in for general speeches. later today, lawmakers work on a series of bills involving china's currency practices and disabled veterans benefits. you're watching live coverage here on c-span. chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. in the spirit of a national pastime and a game well played, we rejoice with those who rejoice, and do our best to refrain from gloating in the company of those who weep. for it is not in our victory but the lord's in which we trust. in the lord we will renew our strength. in the lord's protection do we find shelter. inspired by the lord's abiding presence hovering over us we run and do note grow weary. with the lord's guidance and care we will soar to new heights of faith. in problem verbs we read there are many mysteries only the lord can an

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captioncopyright national cable satellite corp. 25] >> the u.shoe will be back at noon eastern today to start worken bl to classify fentanyl as schedule one drugs. also a measure to block bans of oil and natural gasraing and house speaker mike jns will meet with israeli p.m. wengman netanyahu -- prime minister benjamin netanyahu on capitol hill tomorrow. live coverage of the house is here on c-span. >> c-span, democracy unfiltered. we're funded by these television companies and more. including charter communications. >> charter is proud to be recognized as one of the best interin the providers -- internet providers and we're just getting started. building 100,000 miles of new infrastructure to reach those who need it most. >> charter communications suorts c-span as a public service. along with these oth television providers. giving you a front row seat to democracy. >> thursday morning, president trump joins lawmakers on capitol hill for the annual nat

[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? ustice, now represents the state in the u.s. senate. >> he will administer the oath of office. >> raise your right hand and repeat after me. >> i solemnly swear that i will support the constitution of the united states and the constitution of the state of west virginia and that i will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of governor of the state of west virginia to the best of my skill and judgment so help me god. >> congratulations, governor. ♪ >> ladies and gentlemen, governor morrissey. >> thank you and have a seat. ladies and gentlemen, family, friends, supporters, dignitaries, fellow west virginians, i stand before you with humility and gratitude. i am honored by the trust you have placed in me to serve as the governor of the great state of west virginia. [applause] to the people who have braved the cold here, hang in there. this is going to be a wonderful celebration. and

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[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org. historians discuss president lincoln's and we'll talk with on tick tock, youtube. at 7:00 p.m. watch american history tv first 100 days and start of presidential terms. we focus on andrew jackson first term in 1829 and his controversy surrounding his cabinet. and electric l tours, journalism

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncap.org. >> u.s. house will be back at 4:00 p.m. eastern today for bate on a handful of bills from the natural resources committee and new aerial firefighting technology and a grant to the 9 9/1 memorial. members will classify schedule one drugs that have the strongest controls and penalties. speaker johnson will meet with israeli prime minister netanyahu on thursday. watch live coverage of the house. >> today israeli prime minister becomes the first foreign leader to meet with president trump. the two are expected to discuss the next phase of the sighs fire between israel and hamas and will hold a joint news conference which we will have live on c-span 3:00 after 5:00 p.m. eastern. watch online at cpan. org. >> nbc news and others are reporting at the trump administration is preparing an executive order that would abolish the education department. the esident must get coressional approval. he promised to get rid of th

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> next to the nominations of individuals to serve on the courts of our land, which are often lifetime appointments, this appointment of the head of the fbi is one of the most serious that the senate judiciary committee should consider. we decided 50 years ago to de- politicize the fbi by giving 10-year tenures to those who headed up the fbi to transcend any administration or single president. that is one of the most important things that distinguishes this nomination from others. secondly, we have an individual in kash patel who has published a book which in detail describes his view on politics in america. it is a book filled with grievances, conspiracy theories and information he sided was a january 6 rioters against the police. we had some questions he needed to answer about his conduct. we went through them particularly on the elements of the j6 choir. we know this sounds like a curious thing to spend t

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy visit ncicap.org] >> after senate democrats delayed the committee vote on mr. patel to be f.b.i. director for one week a. move allowed under committee rules, they gathered in the hallway of the hart office building. mr. patel is expected to be voted out of committee an confirmed by the full senate. mr. durbin: next to the nomination of individuals to serve on the courts of our land, which are often lifetime appointments, this appointment of the head of the f.b.i. is one of the most serious that the senate judiciary committee should consider. we decided 50 years ago to depoliticize the f.b.i. by giving 10-year ten yours to those who headed up the f.b.i. -- tenures who headed up the f.b.i. to transcend any single administration or president. that's one of the most important things that distinguishes this nomination from others. secondly, we have an individual in kash patel who has published a book which in detail describes his v

ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] -- [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> president trump and vladimir putin are expected to -- president trump and benjamin netanyahu are expected to meet just after 5:00 p.m. eastern. you can watch on the free c-span now video app or online at c-span.org. >> joining us from new orleans, stephen griffin of tulane law school, a constitutional law professor, here to talk about the

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org. >> c-span "washington journal" a live forum involving you to discuss the latest issues in government, politics and public policy, from washington to across the country. wednesday morning, north carolina republican congressman pat haring began talks about his legislationtive priorities and house republicans and tennessee democrat steve cohen discuss doge efforts and linda feldman on president trump's meeting with prime minister netanyahu. c-span "washington journal." join the conversation live 7:00 eastern on wednesday morning on c-span or online at c-span. org. >> we'll take you live. and today the house working on those bill and legislation requiring of firefighting technology and one time grant to the 9/11 memorial and museum in new york city and members will consider permanently classifying fentanyl related substances and house speaker will meet with prime minister netanyahu on thursday. watching live cov

[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? >> thursday morning, president trump joins lawmakers on capitol hill for the annual national prayer breakfast. coverage begins at 8:00 a.m. eastern on c-span, c-span2, and c-span.org. if you ever miss any of c-span's coverage, you can find it anytime online at c-span.org. videos of hearings, debates and other events feature markers that guide you to interesting and newsworthy highlights. these markers appear on the right-hand side of your screen when you hit play on select videos. this makes it easy to quickly get an idea of what was debated and decided in washington. scroll through and spend a few minutes on c-span's points of interest. >> c-spanshop.org is c-span's online store. browse our collection of products, apparel, books, home decor and accessories. there is something for every c-span fan and every purchase helps support our operations. shop now or anytime at c-spanshop.org. jo

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy visit ncap.org] >> this afternoon president trump will signn executive order meant to prevent people who are biological- assigned male at birth the taking part in women's or girls sporting events. we'll bring that to you live at c-span at 3 p.m. eastern. watch on the free c-span now video app or online at c-span.org. >> c-span, democracy unfiltered. we are funding by these television companies and more. including charter communications. >> charter is proud to be recognized as one of the best international providers. we are just getting started. building 100,000 miles of new information to reach those who need it most. >> charter communications supports c-span as a public service. along with these other television providers, giving you a front row seat to democracy. >> the u.s. house will return at 4:15 p.m. etern today to vote on whether to officiallyeg work on a bill to permanently classify fentanyl related substances as sche

[applause] [captions copyright national blsatellite corp. 2025] [ctioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is rponsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncip.g] >> the house has gaveled out, but they'll be back late they are afterno. today they're working on a series of bills including china's currency pctes and disabled veterans benefits. off the floor, republicans still working on crafting their budget resolution for possible mmittee markup this week they need to improve -- approve more funding for the fedal government before it runs out of money on march 14. when members return, catch life coverage here on c-span. >> a federal judge is extending the pause on implementing the trump administration's federal buyout program after temporarily blocking the plan last week to hear a-- last week, to hea additional arguments from employee unions. e offer went out to more than two million federal employe promising to pay their salaries and benefs until the end of september if they agreed to resign by midnight last thursday. that was extended to midnight tonight based on the judge

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[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? >> thursday morning, president trump joins lawmakers on capitol hill for the annual national prayer breakfast. coverage begins at 8:00 a.m. eastern on c-span, c-span2, and c-span.org. if you ever miss any of c-span's coverage, you can find it anytime online at c-span.org. videos of hearings, debates and other events feature markers that guide you to interesting and newsworthy highlights. these markers appear on the right-hand side of your screen when you hit play on select videos. this makes it easy to quickly get an idea of what was debated and decided in washington.

[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? announcer: democratic lawmakers protesting against the trump administration. we also hear from secretary of state marco rubio on the issue. then a press conference on the search and recovery efforts of last week's deadly midair collision near the nation's capital. then vice for the j.d. vance visiting east palestine, ohio on the two-year anniversary of a train derailment to survey cleanup efforts. announcer: c-span, democracy unfiltered. we are funded by these television companies and more. including charter communications. >> charter is proud to be recognized as one of the best internet providers, and we are just getting started, building 100,000 miles of new infrastructure to reach those who need it most. announcer: charter communations supports c-span as a public service, along with these other television providers, giving you a front row seat to democracy. announcer: democratic lawm

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> on tuesday the chair of the federal reserve, jerome powell, gives an update on the economy and monetary policy before the senate bank, housing and urban affairs committee, his first appeance in front of lawmaker since the 119th congress began in january. live coverage at 10:00 a.m. eastern on c-span3 on c-span now, our free mobile video app, and online at c-span.org. >> democracy. it isn't just an idea. it's a process. a process shaped by leaders, elected to the highest offices, and entrusted to a select few with guarding us basic principles. it's where debates unfold, decisions are made and the nation's course is charted. democracy in real time. this is your government at work. this is c-span. giving you your democracy unfiltered. iscuss the fentanyl crisis in the u.s. is dr. jeffrey singer, he is a health policy senior fellow at the cato institute. dr. singer, thank you for being with us. guest: thank y

[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? no more sound. >> on capitol hill, the u.s. senate returns at 3:00 eastern to condebate on president trump's cabinet nominations. senatorsl vote to confirm christopher right to be u.s. energyecretary, as well as to e the nominations of pam bondi to be attorn general, and the white house budget or. the house gavels in at 2:00 noon eastern. members are considering several bills under suspension of the rules include legislation requiring the agriculnd interior departments to evaluate the use of newl firefighting technology to prevent emperors that suppress wildfires. a bill toward the 9/11 museum in new york city a on grant to support its operation, security, and maintenance. watch live coveragee house on c-span, the senate on c-span2, aeminder that all of our congressional coverage is available on our video app c-span now and online at c-span.org. today, a look at what russian independent

[captioning made possible by the national captioning institute, inc., in cooperation with the united states house of representatives. any use of the closed-captioned coverage of the house proceedings for political or commercial purposes is expressly prohibited by the u.s. house of representatives.] the speaker pro tempore: on this vote, the yeas are 388 and the nays are 7, 2/3 being in the affirmative, the rules are suspended and the bill is passed and without objection, the motion to reconsider is laid on the table. pursuant to clause 8 of rule 20, the the unfinished business is vote on the the gentleman from from arkansas, mr. hill, to suspend the rules and pass the bill h.r. 736. the clerk will report the title. the clerk: h.r. 736 a bill to amend title 31 united statescode to amend ownership information report for reporting forms and registered before january 21, 2024. the speaker pro tempore: the question is will the house suspend the rules and pass the bill. this is a five-minute vote. [captioning made possible by the national captioning institute, inc., in cooperation with the

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captioncopyright national cable satellite corp. 25] >> the u.shoe will be back at noon eastern today to start worken bl to classify fentanyl as schedule one drugs. also a measure to block bans of oil and natural gasraing and house speaker mike jns will meet with israeli p.m. wengman netanyahu -- prime minister benjamin netanyahu on capitol hill tomorrow. live coverage of the house is here on c-span. >> c-span, democracy unfiltered. we're funded by these television companies and more. including charter communications. >> charter is proud to be recognized as one of the best interin the providers -- internet providers and we're just getting started. building 100,000 miles of new infrastructure to reach those who need it

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] announcer: house democrats introduce legislation in response to elon musk's access to treasury department data, urging republicans to join democrats in passing this bill. they took additional questions on the department of government efficiency as well as the trump administration. this is just under half an hour. >> good afternoon, everyone. house democrats have repeatedly made clear that we will work with anyone in this town to solve problems for hardworking american taxpayers. and make life better for everyday americans, particularly as it relates to driving down the high cost of living. we will work with anyone in this town. at the same time, we of course will continue to push back against far right extremism that is hurting the american people. and we will continue to keep it real with the american people. house republicans don't appear interested in working for everyday americans. in solving

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy visit ncap.org] >> this afternoon president trump will signn executive order meant to prevent people who are biological- assigned male at birth the taking part in women's or girls sporting events. we'll bring that to you live at c-span at 3 p.m. eastern. watch on the free c-span now video app or online at c-span.org. >> c-span, democracy unfiltered. we are funding by these television companies and more. including charter communications. >> charter is proud to be recognized as one of the best international providers. we are just getting started. building 100,000 miles of new information to reach those who need

. >> [indiscernible] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> right this way. thank you, press. that put people at great risk. pres. trump: thank you very much. that's a lot of press. congratulations. you bring 'em out. today i'm delighted to welcome israeli prime minister benjamin netanyahu back to the white house. it is a wonderful feeling in a wonderful event. we had fantastic talks. and thank you very much with your staff. he's the first foreign head of state to visit during our administration. bibi, i want to say it's an honor to have you with us. over the past four years the u.s. and the israeli alliance has been tested more than anytime in history. but the bonds of friendship and affection between the american and israeli people have endured for generations, and they are absolutely unbreakable. they are unbreakable. i am confident that under our leadership the cherished alliance between our two countries will soon be stronger than ever. we had a great relatio

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] >> and those remarks from the two leaders at the white house a short time ago. we'll also bring you live coverage from the east room of the upcoming joint press conference with president trump and israeli prime minister netanyahu as it begins here on c-span.

[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> can you unplug me? there is no more sound. >> c-span's washington journal, our live form involving you to discuss the latest issues in government, politics, and public policy. from washington, d.c. to around the country. tuesday morning, the center for immigration studies executive director will talk about the trump administrations recent deportation actions and broader immigration policy. greg corti of bloomberg news will talk about elon musk's role in recent actions with the department of government efficiency. and a texas democratic congressman will talk about her legislative priorities and democrats approach to the trump administration and republican congress. c-span's washington journal, joining the conversation live at 7:00 eastern on c-span, c-span now, or c-span.org. >> c-span, democracy unfiltered. we are funded by these television companies and more, including comcast. >> you think this is just

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institutewhich is responsible for its caption content and accuracy, visit ncicap.org] announcer: earlier today, iowa governor kim reynolds and the president of the group citizens against government waste talked about improving government efficiency and reducing unnecessary spending. watch the full house oversight and government reform committee hearing tonight, at 9:00 eastern on c-span, on our free video app c-span now, or online at c-span. org. c-span's "washington journal," our live forum involving you to discuss the latest issues and government, politics and public policy, from washington and across the country. coming up wednesday morning, congressman al green discusses his impeachment effort against france over his proposal to take over gaza. then the cofounder of an online health and wellness service, and advisor to rfk, jr., will talk about mr. kennedy's nomination to lead health and human services. and a wall street journal educational reporter on the administration's plans to dismantl

[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] >> wrapping of the senate finance where members moved to advance robert f. kennedy, jr., nomination for the senate. there were questions about whether senator cassidy of louisiana would vote in fear of the nominee. this morning he voted yes and then sent out this tweet. "i've had very intense conversations with bobby in the white house over the weekend and even this morning. i want to thank vice president jd vance specifically for his honest counsel in this he was commenced i received from the administration and the opportunity to make progress on issues we agree with such as healthy foods and pro american agenda. i will vote yes." senator cassidy will be on the senate floor at 11:40 and you can watch that on c-span2. democracy. it isn't just an idea, it's a process, a process shaped by leaders elected to the highest offices and entrusted to a select few with guarding its basic principles. it is w

institute, and tulane university. that is said to get underway momentarily in washington. [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] cecilia: i am president of the brookings institute. thank you for joining me. thank you to our cohost, the american enterprise institute. i would also like to thank brookings scholars carol graham and doug harris, who spearheaded the entire effort. this was an effort that many doubted would come to fruition given our country's deep divisions. yet here we are. the state of the nation report released today as a result of scholars from across the political spectrum coming together, debating and challenging each other and remarkably finding common ground. they agreed on 15 topics and 37 measures that captured critical aspects of our nation's well-being, and this was not just halfhearted agreement. each topic had to secure super majority support. the state of the nation report underscores the value of gathering and giving voice

ncicap.org] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] -- [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> president trump and vladimir putin are expected to -- president trump and benjamin netanyahu are expected to meet just after 5:00 p.m. eastern. you can watch on the free c-span now video app or online at c-span.org. >> joining us from new orleans, stephen griffin of tulane law school, a constitutional law professor, here to talk about the president's use of executive power. >> no problem at all. happy to be here. >> we have seen the president use this power for over a week now, almost two. from what you have seen, what would you say of his use of this power? >> well, that is a pretty big question because there are several things going on at once. in one sense, president trump is using executive orders to establish some of the themes and programs he talked about on the campaign. he is giving directives to executive agencies to sort of line them up along his policy objectives. and perhaps spark some action,

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[applause] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institutewhich is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> coming up tuesday morning, center for immigration studies executive director margaret orian -- mark krikorian will talk about immigration policy. greg korte a bloomberg news will talk about the government of government efficiency. and representative julie johnson will talk about her legislative priorities and democrats' approach to the trump administration in the republican congress. c-span's washington journal. join the conversation live on tuesday morning. >> democracy. it is not just an idea. it is a process shaped by leaders elected to the highest offices and entrusted to a select few with guarding its basic principles. it is where debates unfold, decisions are made, and the nation's course is targeted. democracy in real-time. this is your government at work. this is c-span. having you democracy unfiltered. -- giving you democracy unfiltered. >> in his latest book titled "wasteland," author robert kapla

[captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2025] [captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] >> today come a look at why russian and if any media says about russian society and political trends. today from george washington university's elliott school of international affairs, watch today at 4:00 on c-span, c-span now, our free mobile app, or online at c-span.org. >> if you ever missed any of c-span's coverage, you can find it anytime online at c-span.org. videos of key hearings, debates, and other events feature markers that guide you through interesting and newsworthy highlights. these points of interest markers appear on the right-hand side of your screen when you hit play on select videos. this timeline told makes it easy to quickly get an idea of what was debated and decided in washington. scroll through and spend a few minutes on c-span's points of interest. ♪ >> in his latest book titled "waste land," author robert kaplan focuses on the importance of technology in determining the world's futu