CSPAN2

United States United States

CSPAN2 provides live, uninterrupted coverage of the United States Senate, making it a direct window into the legislative process. The channel airs floor proceedings in their entirety, without commentary or editing, allowing viewers to follow debates, votes, and speeches as they happen. Beyond live sessions, the schedule includes recorded hearings, committee meetings, and public affairs events, often featuring lawmakers, policy experts, and government officials. This programming focuses on political and governmental content, with no entertainment, sports, or commercial breaks. The channel serves as a resource for those tracking federal legislation or observing how congressional decisions are made.

Viewers can access CSPAN2 through cable and satellite providers across the country. The channel also streams its Senate coverage live online, with archived video available for on-demand viewing through the network’s website. TV guide listings typically note scheduled floor action and any pre-empted programming, though times may shift due to the unpredictable nature of Senate sessions. The feed remains focused on the chamber’s activity, with occasional transitions to related public policy discussions or call-in programs that invite audience participation.

Schedule
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Barbara McQuade, The Fix
00:00 - 01:00
Barbara McQuade, The Fix
Special, Documentary
Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade argues that government corruption is infecting America's democratic and national security systems.
America's Book Club
01:00 - 01:57
America's Book Club
Ben Mezrich
Series, Documentary
Bestselling author Ben Mezrich joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss his writing career and how several of his books have been adapted into major Hollywood films, including The Social Network and 21.
America's Book Club
01:57 - 02:05
America's Book Club
The Treasures with Ben Mezrich
Series, Documentary
Ben Mezrich views artifacts from the archives of the American Revolution Institute.
Ben Rhodes, All We Say
02:05 - 03:08
Ben Rhodes, All We Say
Special, Documentary
Former Obama Administration speechwriter Ben Rhodes discusses American identity and the history of the country through fifteen speeches dating from the earliest days of the United States to the 21st century.
America 250
03:08 - 04:04
America 250
John G. West, Endowed by Our Creator
Series, Documentary, History, American history
Discovery Institute senior fellow John G. West talks about the Bible's influence on the Declaration of Independence.
Q & A
04:04 - 05:03
Q & A
Former Bernie Sanders Chief Strategist Tad Devine on the 2016 Presidential Campaign
Series, Interview, Politics, Public affairs, History, American history, Anthology
Tad Devine, former chief campaign strategist for Bernie Sanders and the author of How the Democrats Screwed Bernie, argues that Hillary Clinton and the DNC used dirty tricks, dark money, and the media to thwart Sen. Sanders' 2016 presidential run.
Anthony Fauci, on Call -- A Doctor's Journey in Public Service
05:03 - 06:02
Anthony Fauci, on Call -- A Doctor's Journey in Public Service
Special, Documentary
Book TV presents coverage of the 2025 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University.
Michael Clinton, Longevity Nation -- The People, Ideas and Trends Changing the Second Half of Our Lives
06:02 - 07:00
Michael Clinton, Longevity Nation -- The People, Ideas and Trends Changing the Second Half of Our Lives
Special, Documentary
Michael Clinton explores the longevity movement, which seeks to help people live longer and healthier lives. Collected Works Bookstore in Santa Fe hosts this event.
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