Today and two weeks later second and third graders, fourth and at that hearing room where weve seen Amy Coney Barretts fifth gradeers in november. Middle schoolers and high school children, her husband, family members. Students wont head back to a large hearing room where the campus until january. This all comes as california has Supreme Court confirmation seen a dip in covid19 hearings have taken place, but never like this in terms of positivity rates. Timing and what the country is going through. One of the senators seat. I did see some paws painted on in a moment well hear Opening Statements from the senators. The sidewalks and benches so theres Lindsey Graham, the kids are aware of where they republican chair of the Judiciary Committee talking to need to social distance six feet his counterpart, democrat dianne apart. Reporting live in palo alto, feinstein. Sharon katsuda, today in the the ranking democrat on this committee. As we watch this unfold, these bay. Thanks so much, sharo
I want to start first by thinking everyone for being here. We are all here to discuss a moment in Howard University history, and a lot of you were here in the our zoom tonight, were direct participants in that moment so we invite you to use the chat in the q a to share reflections as we engage in dialogue. After our dialogue well take questions from now. And then finally this is being simulcast via youtube so share the link and those who may not be able to join us here can also view the program. April r. Silver commented that there are two howards. But she left it there. Almost as if to signify that what is known aint got to be reminded me of the famous score activist and former dean, kelly millers statement in the 1916 Howard University yearbook, quote, those who feel it know. Theres a howard hidden from view that nevertheless comes to the surface often and forcefully because it represents an alternative black political culture to use the word odd cedrick robinson. The culture that xi
Racial injustice that infects our society. The death of george floyd in Police Custody was a searing reminder of a long list of unarmed African Americans whose lives have been taken in similar circumstances. As well as a well of grief and loss and pain too deep to express. It was a searing reminder of the bigotry and discrimination to African Americans encounter as part of their daily reality. Thats why so Many Americans of all ages and colors and faiths are out in the streets protesting right now. They are fed up with Racial Injustice in this country and want to see some change. Here in the Senate Member after member has come to the floor to share support for the same cause. Yesterday our caucus held a somber, emotional, and very personal meeting during which our members shared their own lived experiences of racism, spoke about what we need to do next. Because the truth is while speeches and protests are vital, they will never be enough. We need greater accountability and transparency
I look forward to the day where we are all reunited, and i too will rest with them in the arms of my jesus. Norah Breaking News Police shoot a man trying to break into a Jewish School with a gun. New details tonight. Donald trumps lead in the polls grows as he faces two more possible indictments. And Hunter Bidens Business Partner appears before congress Behind Closed Doors for hours. What we are learning tonight. The concern tonight after an american nurse and her child are kidnapped in haiti. As the country sees turmoil in its streets. Ukraine appears to be going on the offense after a new wave of russian aggression. Russia says it downed three ukrainian drones headed for moscow sunday. This may look like a pharmaceutical facility, but what they are making in there will be turned into chicken that yes, you can eat. But what they are making in there will be turned into chicken that yes, you can eat. Winston norah the winston norah the man who brought peewewee herman t to life hasa. Pa
Even more charges against trump, this time over his alleged role in pressuring Georgia Election officials. And robert costa joins us now with more from washington. So, bob, what are we learning about how expensive these legal fees are and how trump is paying for them . Reporter trumps Political Action committee has already spent more than 40 million on legal fees this year, and cbs news has learned tonight that a new Legal Defense fund is now being established by Trump Associates as they brace for more indictments on the horizon. Norah. All right. Robert costa, thank you. Well, now to the desperate search for a kidnapped american nurse and her daughter in haiti. Alix dorsainvil was abducted near haitis capital and works for a faithbased organization that runs a school for underserved haitian students. The state Department Says they are in regular contact with the haitian authorities, but they declined further comment. Turning now to the war in ukraine, president zelenskyy says at least