Was in print. We always kind of gravitated toward each other. I was such a huge fan of her reporting and she was such a respected journalist. But johanna, youve gone on to even greater things. She went on to earn her ph. D. , as you just heard. She is a scholar in residence. Shes done extraordinary historical work and this latest book is just a treat for all of you who havent had a chance to read it yet or peek at it, you are truly in for a treat. So johanna without going any longer on all the prefaces, just why havent you changed in 30 years . [laughter] johanna full disclosure good doctors. [laughter] judy you covered i knew you as a reporter, Los Angeles Times, covering politics. You covered the white house, the state department and conditioning congress. How did you find your way from doing that to being interested in history . Johanna well, actually, i was very happy as a journalist. I loved what i was doing. Can you all hear me . But in late 2008 when the economy was collapsing,
I am pleased that it is one we can work in a bipartisan manner. I believe we all want a Strong Military and a strong private sector and a strong government that is wisely tracking taxpayers money and spending it efficiently for the purposes that it was meant for. I look forward to working with the Ranking Member in the future and i am so pleased he is with us here today. Without objection the chair is authorized to declare a recess of the committee at any time and i now recognize myself for an Opening Statement. Good morning. Todays hearing will focus on the f35 joint strike fighter. A highly technical stuff fighter that the pentagon largest and most costly acquisition program. Since the 35 Program Began more than 20 years ago the department of defense has spent more than 350 billion on its development. Total cost to sustain the program are estimated at more than 1 trillion. Unfortunately, this expensive program has been plagued by challenges for years, including major problems with ma
This minibus combines six appreciate appropriation bills, defense, commerce, justice, science, energy, Water Development, Financial Services and general government, labor, hhs, and education, transportation, housing and urban development. Than 200s more billion in emergency funding to rebuild our nations transportation, housing, and energy infrastructure, to expand broadband to unserved and underserved areas and to rebuild age, Public Health, and support state and local Health Agencies and Global Health activities. The bill prioritizes public 47 and safety with billion for lifesaving medical research at the National Institutes of health, and 50 million, an increase of 25 million above f. Y. 2020, for firearm injury and Mortality Prevention Research at the n. I. H. And c. D. C. , and it includes strong funding for Numerous Public Health efforts, including initiatives to reduce h. I. V. Infections, address tobacco and ecigarette use, and ensure food safety. As we confront the twin crises
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Panel, the a b. A. Annual Meeting Forum on justice and policing. A path forward with senator tim scott of South Carolina. Thank you senator scott, so very much, its a privilege to have you join us for this program at the ap a annual meeting. Thank you maam and thank you for your leadership. Without any question, americas better for folks because a folks by yourself with strong positions. Thank you for making the investment to make a difference. Thank you sir. Senator scott, what do you see is the role of congress and improving police and Community Relations and bridging the gap of trust, particularly with communities of color across our nation. I think Congress Plays a role in that. Even a significant role. But perhaps the most Important Role is the one on the local level. The mayors and the county chairman or chair women, those folks have the most direct path for Police Reform. Not those of us in congress. Ive share this story several times, i have been stopped by officers 18 times in