The National Archives launches Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation, a traveling exhibition bringing original, Founding Era documents to eight American cities.

The National Archives launches Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation, a traveling exhibition bringing original, Founding Era documents to eight American cities.

A National Park Service film made for the 1976 Bicentennial portrays founding fathers in Philadelphia in 1776 and 1976.

A National Park Service film made for the 1976 Bicentennial portrays founding fathers in Philadelphia in 1776 and 1976.

A highlight from a recent House session.

Depicting the problems that led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, such as Shay's Rebellion and confusing state currencies.

Hear from presidents and first ladies, and learn about their politics, policies, and legacies.

This U.S. Army film follows a special forces member of the Military Assistance Advisory Group through his training and two-year assignment in Iran.

This U.S. Army film follows a special forces member of the Military Assistance Advisory Group through his training and two-year assignment in Iran.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

Fox News anchor Bret Baier talks about the life of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th president of the United States, and the evolution of America into a superpower.

The Smithsonian Institution National Air & Space Museum's Jennifer Levasseur discusses the history of the 135-mission Space Shuttle program (1981-2011), its accomplishments, and two tragic failures that led to the deaths of 14 shuttle astronauts.

Historian and Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch reflects on the life and legacy of Martin Van Buren. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Jon Meacham, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, American Lion, reflects on the life and legacy of Andrew Jackson. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Jon Meacham, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, American Lion, reflects on the life and legacy of Andrew Jackson. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

George Washington Presidential Library Executive Director Lindsay Chervinsky reflects on the life and legacy of John Quincy Adams. Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

George Washington Presidential Library Executive Director Lindsay Chervinsky reflects on the life and legacy of John Quincy Adams. Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Historian and screenwriter Kirk Ellis discusses 1930s outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the 1967 Hollywood biographical film about the couple, and how they shaped the image of outlaws, guns, and violence in American culture.

Historian and screenwriter Kirk Ellis discusses 1930s outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the 1967 Hollywood biographical film about the couple, and how they shaped the image of outlaws, guns, and violence in American culture.

This long-running staple of the C-SPAN2 weekend schedule helps expand the channel's programming beyond politics. Most episodes of "Book TV" feature discussions with authors of nonfiction books, usually in the form of interviews, lectures or seminars. The series sometimes includes coverage of major book fairs and festivals. Some of the notable names who have appeared on the show include David Mamet and Tom Clancy.

This long-running staple of the C-SPAN2 weekend schedule helps expand the channel's programming beyond politics. Most episodes of "Book TV" feature discussions with authors of nonfiction books, usually in the form of interviews, lectures or seminars. The series sometimes includes coverage of major book fairs and festivals. Some of the notable names who have appeared on the show include David Mamet and Tom Clancy.

Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, author of the memoir Streetwise, discusses his upbringing in public housing in Brooklyn, being educated at Harvard, and rising through the ranks of one of the world's largest investment banks.

Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, author of the memoir Streetwise, discusses his upbringing in public housing in Brooklyn, being educated at Harvard, and rising through the ranks of one of the world's largest investment banks.

Authors Jan Dutkiewicz and Gabriel Rosenberg discuss the benefits of industrial food. POWERHOUSE Arena in New York City hosts this event.

Authors Jan Dutkiewicz and Gabriel Rosenberg discuss the benefits of industrial food. POWERHOUSE Arena in New York City hosts this event.

Author Michael Kimmel discusses the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who manufactured now-famous children's toys.

Author Michael Kimmel discusses the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who manufactured now-famous children's toys.

Sociologist Laura Mauldin describes the role of caregiving for chronically ill family members. Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.

Sociologist Laura Mauldin describes the role of caregiving for chronically ill family members. Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.

Author Jason Green discusses family, faith and the history of a black church in the rural Maryland community in which he was raised.

Author Jason Green discusses family, faith and the history of a black church in the rural Maryland community in which he was raised.

Jonathan Mann Burkham, who studies Midwest immigration, offers potential reforms to bolster communities facing reduced migration and decline.

Jonathan Mann Burkham, who studies Midwest immigration, offers potential reforms to bolster communities facing reduced migration and decline.

American West historian Mark Lee Gardner discusses the friendship between legendary gunfighters Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.

American West historian Mark Lee Gardner discusses the friendship between legendary gunfighters Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

American West historian Mark Lee Gardner discusses the friendship between legendary gunfighters Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Author and Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss the science of happiness, his path to becoming an expert on happiness and how people can lead happier lives.

Author and Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss the science of happiness, his path to becoming an expert on happiness and how people can lead happier lives.

Author and Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss the science of happiness, his path to becoming an expert on happiness and how people can lead happier lives.

Author Arthur Brooks and America's Book Club host David M. Rubenstein view artifacts from the Library of Congress.

Author Arthur Brooks and America's Book Club host David M. Rubenstein view artifacts from the Library of Congress.

Author Arthur Brooks and America's Book Club host David M. Rubenstein view artifacts from the Library of Congress.

Historian and screenwriter Kirk Ellis discusses 1930s outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the 1967 Hollywood biographical film about the couple, and how they shaped the image of outlaws, guns, and violence in American culture.

Historian and screenwriter Kirk Ellis discusses 1930s outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the 1967 Hollywood biographical film about the couple, and how they shaped the image of outlaws, guns, and violence in American culture.

Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) discusses his book on American ideals and the leadership qualities of prominent figures throughout the nation's history.

This long-running staple of the C-SPAN2 weekend schedule helps expand the channel's programming beyond politics. Most episodes of "Book TV" feature discussions with authors of nonfiction books, usually in the form of interviews, lectures or seminars. The series sometimes includes coverage of major book fairs and festivals. Some of the notable names who have appeared on the show include David Mamet and Tom Clancy.

This long-running staple of the C-SPAN2 weekend schedule helps expand the channel's programming beyond politics. Most episodes of "Book TV" feature discussions with authors of nonfiction books, usually in the form of interviews, lectures or seminars. The series sometimes includes coverage of major book fairs and festivals. Some of the notable names who have appeared on the show include David Mamet and Tom Clancy.

Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, author of the memoir Streetwise, discusses his upbringing in public housing in Brooklyn, being educated at Harvard, and rising through the ranks of one of the world's largest investment banks.

Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, author of the memoir Streetwise, discusses his upbringing in public housing in Brooklyn, being educated at Harvard, and rising through the ranks of one of the world's largest investment banks.

Authors Jan Dutkiewicz and Gabriel Rosenberg discuss the benefits of industrial food. POWERHOUSE Arena in New York City hosts this event.

Authors Jan Dutkiewicz and Gabriel Rosenberg discuss the benefits of industrial food. POWERHOUSE Arena in New York City hosts this event.

Author Michael Kimmel discusses the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who manufactured now-famous children's toys.

Author Michael Kimmel discusses the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who manufactured now-famous children's toys.

Sociologist Laura Mauldin describes the role of caregiving for chronically ill family members. Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.

Author Jason Green discusses family, faith and the history of a black church in the rural Maryland community in which he was raised.

Author Jason Green discusses family, faith and the history of a black church in the rural Maryland community in which he was raised.

Jonathan Mann Burkham, who studies Midwest immigration, offers potential reforms to bolster communities facing reduced migration and decline.

Jonathan Mann Burkham, who studies Midwest immigration, offers potential reforms to bolster communities facing reduced migration and decline.

American West historian Mark Lee Gardner discusses the friendship between legendary gunfighters Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Author and Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss the science of happiness, his path to becoming an expert on happiness and how people can lead happier lives.

Book TV presents coverage of the 2026 New Orleans Book Festival.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

The Religious Liberty Commission holds a hearing examining religious liberty in the United States.

The Religious Liberty Commission holds a hearing examining religious liberty in the United States.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, better known as the Helsinki Commission, holds a briefing about the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate and the impact of the first-ever American pope on U.S. interests.

The Senate returns from its two-week district work period over the Easter and Passover holidays amid the partial DHS shutdown. Senators will vote today to advance the nomination of John Thomas Shepherd to be U.S. District Court judge for Western Ark.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaks about artificial intelligence at the 2026 Semafor World Economy summit in Washington, DC.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

A highlight from a recent Senate session.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

A highlight from a recent Senate session.

A highlight from a recent Senate session.

A highlight from a recent Senate session.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaks about artificial intelligence at the 2026 Semafor World Economy summit in Washington, DC.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Members of Congress and others speak at the American Public Transportation Association's legislative conference in Washington, DC.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

The Senate continues work on U.S. district court nominations in Arkansas and Texas. Senators will also attend their first weekly party lunches to discuss the agenda since returning from their 2-week state work period over the Easter and Passover holidays.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz discusses Trump administration's foreign policy amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. Georgetown University hosts this event.

The Senate continues work on U.S. district court nominations in Arkansas and Texas. Senators will also attend their first weekly party lunches to discuss the agenda since returning from their 2-week state work period over the Easter and Passover holidays.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz discusses Trump administration's foreign policy amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. Georgetown University hosts this event.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

The British Prime Minister answers questions from members of Parliament in the House of Commons.

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Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

The Senate continues work on the Republicans' bill to require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote and a photo ID to cast a ballot in federal elections.

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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Michael Waltz testifies to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on America's priorities abroad.

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Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Russell Vought, the White House's budget director, testifies on President Trump's 2027 budget request before the House Budget Committee.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

USC lecturer Nora Lessersohn looks at how racial classifications were used during the naturalization process throughout American history. This lecture takes place at University of Southern California's campus in Washington, DC.

This U.S. Army film follows a special forces member of the Military Assistance Advisory Group through his training and two-year assignment in Iran.

Matthew Pinsker (Boss Lincoln) analyzes Abraham Lincoln's political career and how the 16th president rose from being a Whig Party member to the leader of the Republican Party.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

American Battlefield Trust recounts the Revolutionary War's Northern Campaign, fought primarily in New England and New York from 1775 to 1781.

Massachusetts officials mark the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day, which commemorates the 1776 retreat by British forces from Boston and surrounding areas early in the Revolutionary War.

University of New Hampshire State Extension Forester Steven Roberge discusses the history and production of maple sugar in New England.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

This Treasury Department/Internal Revenue Service documentary showed how computers are used to process income tax returns.

University of Maryland Professor Richard Bell discusses his book, "The American Revolution and the Fate of the World" at an event which is held at the American Revolution Institute in Washington, D.C.

Educator, author, and podcaster Sharon McMahon reflects on the life and legacy of William Henry Harrison, the ninth U.S. president. Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Historian and Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch reflects on the life and legacy of Martin Van Buren. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Jon Meacham, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, American Lion, reflects on the life and legacy of Andrew Jackson. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

USC lecturer Nora Lessersohn looks at how racial classifications were used during the naturalization process throughout American history. This lecture takes place at University of Southern California's campus in Washington, DC.

This U.S. Army film follows a special forces member of the Military Assistance Advisory Group through his training and two-year assignment in Iran.

Matthew Pinsker (Boss Lincoln) analyzes Abraham Lincoln's political career and how the 16th president rose from being a Whig Party member to the leader of the Republican Party.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

American Battlefield Trust recounts the Revolutionary War's Northern Campaign, fought primarily in New England and New York from 1775 to 1781.

Massachusetts officials mark the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day, which commemorates the 1776 retreat by British forces from Boston and surrounding areas early in the Revolutionary War.

University of New Hampshire State Extension Forester Steven Roberge discusses the history and production of maple sugar in New England.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Historians discuss the life and death of Abraham Lincoln at the 2025 Lincoln Forum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Airing weekends, "American History TV" offers programming about people and events that document the American story, geared toward history aficionados. Shows that air under the "American History TV" banner cover the history of the nation, from its founding in the 18th century through modern times. Topics covered include the Civil War, presidents and the exploration of historical sites.

This Treasury Department/Internal Revenue Service documentary showed how computers are used to process income tax returns.

University of Maryland Professor Richard Bell discusses his book, "The American Revolution and the Fate of the World" at an event which is held at the American Revolution Institute in Washington, D.C.

Educator, author, and podcaster Sharon McMahon reflects on the life and legacy of William Henry Harrison, the ninth U.S. president. Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Historian and Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch reflects on the life and legacy of Martin Van Buren. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Jon Meacham, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, American Lion, reflects on the life and legacy of Andrew Jackson. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Historian Connor Williams recounts the lives of American heroes chosen to rename nine prominent U.S. military bases.

Palantir Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar talks about how the U.S. can revive its industrial base and win the defense technology race against America's adversaries.

Carla Kaplan, author of Troublemaker, talks about the life of muckraking journalist Jessica Mitford, a British aristocrat who became a communist, civil rights activist, and bestselling author in America.

Richard Baum, acting drug czar during President Trump's first term, talks about the lessons learned from the U.S. government's efforts to deal with the opioid crisis and how best to approach the problem today.

Physician and anthropologist Khameer Kidia argues that Western mental healthcare treats the symptoms instead of the causes of mental illness. Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.

Attorney Frank Gorman debunks conspiracy theories about John Wilkes Booth, including that he escaped justice in 1865.

Historian Molly Beer takes a woman's-eye view of the revolutionary era through the life of Angelica Schuyler Church, Alexander Hamilton's sister-in-law.

Historian Daniel Rood explores the history of the plantation from when it was invented in the African nation of São Tomé in the 1500s to its decline after the Civil War.

Author Leslie Stainton discusses slavery's enduring legacy, including the complicated history of her own enslaving Georgia ancestors.

Astrobiologists Robert Hazen and Michael Wong argue that there should be a new natural law. Carnegie Science's Earth & Planets laboratory in Washington, D.C. hosts this event.

Journalist Evan Smith interviews America's Book Club Host David M. Rubenstein about the presidency, Congress, and the state of the economy in a special episode from The New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University.

Historian Connor Williams recounts the lives of American heroes chosen to rename nine prominent U.S. military bases.

Palantir Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar talks about how the U.S. can revive its industrial base and win the defense technology race against America's adversaries.

Carla Kaplan, author of Troublemaker, talks about the life of muckraking journalist Jessica Mitford, a British aristocrat who became a communist, civil rights activist, and bestselling author in America.

Richard Baum, acting drug czar during President Trump's first term, talks about the lessons learned from the U.S. government's efforts to deal with the opioid crisis and how best to approach the problem today.

Physician and anthropologist Khameer Kidia argues that Western mental healthcare treats the symptoms instead of the causes of mental illness. Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.

Attorney Frank Gorman debunks conspiracy theories about John Wilkes Booth, including that he escaped justice in 1865.

Historian Molly Beer takes a woman's-eye view of the revolutionary era through the life of Angelica Schuyler Church, Alexander Hamilton's sister-in-law.

Historian Daniel Rood explores the history of the plantation from when it was invented in the African nation of São Tomé in the 1500s to its decline after the Civil War.

Author Leslie Stainton discusses slavery's enduring legacy, including the complicated history of her own enslaving Georgia ancestors.

Astrobiologists Robert Hazen and Michael Wong argue that there should be a new natural law. Carnegie Science's Earth & Planets laboratory in Washington, D.C. hosts this event.

Journalist Evan Smith interviews America's Book Club Host David M. Rubenstein about the presidency, Congress, and the state of the economy in a special episode from The New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Gavel-to-gavel and uninterrupted live coverage of the U.S. Senate from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.