By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-house-foreign-affairs-hearing-on-the-black-diaspora-and-strengthening-investment-abroad Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: House Foreign Affairs hearing on the Black diaspora and strengthening investment abroad Politics Updated on Feb 16, 2022 3:49 PM EDT — Published on Feb 16, 2022 2:25 PM EDT The House Foreign Affairs held a hearing Wednesday on the Black diaspora and strengthening investment abroad. Watch the hearing in the player above. Last week, the six Black members of President Joe Biden’s Cabinet met for a Black History Month event highlighting their roles in the administration, some of which are historic firsts. The six heads of big federal departments and smaller agencies participated in a roundtable discussion moderated by White House adviser Cedric Richmond, to highlight the importance of Black leadership in the military, foreign affairs, the economy and other key policy areas. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
The House Foreign Affairs held a hearing Wednesday on the Black diaspora and strengthening investment abroad. Watch the hearing in the player above. Last week, the six Black members of President Joe Biden’s Cabinet met for a Black History Month event highlighting their roles in the administration, some of which are historic firsts. The six heads of big federal departments and smaller agencies participated in a roundtable discussion moderated by White House adviser Cedric Richmond, to highlight the importance of Black leadership in the military, foreign affairs, the economy and other key policy areas. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now