CSPAN2 ofrece cobertura en vivo e ininterrumpida del Senado de los Estados Unidos, lo que lo convierte en una ventana directa al proceso legislativo. El canal transmite las sesiones en el pleno en su totalidad, sin comentarios ni edición, permitiendo a los televidentes seguir debates, votaciones y discursos tal como ocurren. Además de las sesiones en vivo, la programación incluye audiencias grabadas, reuniones de comités y eventos de asuntos públicos, a menudo con legisladores, expertos en políticas y funcionarios gubernamentales. Esta programación se centra en contenido político y gubernamental, sin entretenimiento, deportes ni pausas comerciales. El canal sirve como recurso para quienes siguen la legislación federal u observan cómo se toman las decisiones en el Congreso.

Los televidentes pueden acceder a CSPAN2 a través de proveedores de cable y satélite en todo el país. El canal también transmite su cobertura del Senado en vivo por internet, con video archivado disponible para ver bajo demanda en el sitio web de la cadena. Las guías de programación suelen indicar las sesiones programadas en el pleno y cualquier cambio en la programación, aunque los horarios pueden variar debido a la naturaleza impre

Guía TV
America 250
07:14 - 08:50
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Revolutionary Era's Impact on the U.S. Constitution
Scholars of American history, law, and politics explored the impact of the Revolutionary Era on the creation of the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1787. The event was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
America 250
07:15 - 09:00
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Revolutionary Era's Impact on the U.S. Constitution
Scholars of American history, law, and politics explored the impact of the Revolutionary Era on the creation of the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1787. The event was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
America 250
08:50 - 08:59
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Historian Drew Gilpin Faust on President James Buchanan
Historian and former Harvard University president Drew Gilpin Faust reflects on the life and legacy of President James Buchanan. Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
The Civil War
08:59 - 09:46
The Civil War
Series, Educational, History, American history, War, Military
Aeronaut Thaddeus Lowe
Historian Cheryl McAuley discusses Thaddeus Lowe, a Civil War aeronaut, scientist, and inventor who became known as the founder of military aerial reconnaissance.
America 250
09:46 - 11:07
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Women's Wardrobes During the Revolutionary Era
Historians discuss the textile choices of women in Revolutionary-era New England and how wardrobe preferences affected the Revolution.
The Politics of Public History on America's 250th Anniversary
11:07 - 12:27
The Politics of Public History on America's 250th Anniversary
Special, Documentary
Organization of American Historians President Annette Gordon-Reed and Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch address political controversies over how to present American history in museums, historic sites, and public displays.
C-SPAN Tours the Muhammad Ali Center
12:27 - 12:55
C-SPAN Tours the Muhammad Ali Center
Special, Documentary
C-SPAN tours the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky, to learn about the life and legacy of the heavyweight boxer and global activist.
McCarthyism and the 1950s Red Scare
12:55 - 14:29
McCarthyism and the 1950s Red Scare
Special, Documentary
Historian Beverly Gage discusses the 1950s Red Scare with family members of individuals targeted during the hunt for communists led by Sen. Joseph McCarthy (R-WI.).
America 250
14:29 - 14:38
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Historian Drew Gilpin Faust on President James Buchanan
Historian and former Harvard University president Drew Gilpin Faust reflects on the life and legacy of President James Buchanan. Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
America 250
14:38 - 14:51
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Yale Historian David Blight on President Franklin Pierce
Yale University history professor David Blight reflects on the life and legacy of President Franklin Pierce. His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
America 250
14:51 - 15:02
America 250
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Author Diana Carlin on First Lady Jane Pierce
Diana Carlin, co-author of Remember the First Ladies, reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Jane Pierce. Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
Sean Spicer, Trump 2.0
15:02 - 16:00
Sean Spicer, Trump 2.0
Special, Documentary
Former Trump White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer argues that President Trump will have the most consequential second term in U.S. history and permanently transform America.
Martha Raddatz, The Hero Next Door
16:00 - 17:04
Martha Raddatz, The Hero Next Door
Special, Documentary
Longtime ABC News war correspondent Martha Raddatz profiles American military service members and their families who have served in the 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
Q & A
17:04 - 18:01
Q & A
Series, Interview, Politics, Public affairs, History, American history, Anthology
Former Senator Lamar Alexander R-TN on His Life & Career in Politics
Former Republican Senator and Governor of Tennessee Lamar Alexander, author of The Education of a Senator, talks about his personal life and nearly six-decade career in politics. Sen. Alexander worked with ten presidents, from JFK to Trump.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Robert Caro on His LBJ & Robert Moses Biographies
18:01 - 19:30
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Robert Caro on His LBJ & Robert Moses Biographies
Special, Documentary
In a rare interview, C-SPAN's Book TV sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winning bestselling biographer Robert Caro at his home & office in New York City to discuss his writing process and biographies of Robert Moses and Lyndon Johnson.
Peter Cohen, In the Supreme Court's Own Words
19:30 - 20:45
Peter Cohen, In the Supreme Court's Own Words
Special, Documentary
Constitutional law scholar Peter Cohen considers the lessons to be learned from Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson - an FDR appointee - and his interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.
Jessica Riskin, The Power of Life -- The Invention of Biology and the Revolutionary Science of Jean-Baptiste Lamarck
20:45 - 21:50
Jessica Riskin, The Power of Life -- The Invention of Biology and the Revolutionary Science of Jean-Baptiste Lamarck
Special, Documentary
Science historian Jessica Riskin re-examines Jean-Baptiste Lamarck's theories of evolution. The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco hosts this event.
Elise Stefanik, Poisoned Ivies
21:50 - 22:35
Elise Stefanik, Poisoned Ivies
Special, Documentary
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) argues that elite universities in America have embraced a culture of antisemitism, leftist groupthink, and censorship.
David Blumenthal & James Morone, Whiplash - From the Battle for Obamacare to the War on Science
22:35 - 23:37
David Blumenthal & James Morone, Whiplash - From the Battle for Obamacare to the War on Science
Special, Documentary
Professors David Blumenthal and James Morone examine how the Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations have impacted health care and science. Politics & Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosts this event.
Jon Meacham, American Struggle
23:37 - 00:47
Jon Meacham, American Struggle
Special, Documentary
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham tells America's complicated story through the words of those who have shaped our national debates from 1619 into the early 21st century.