# C-SPAN Now — Live Congress & Political News

> Live and on-demand C-SPAN political coverage, radio, and podcasts. (iPhone/iPad app by C-SPAN.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-span-now/id1575769362 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [C-SPAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/485314789)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 631 App Store ratings · 132 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-span-now/id1575769362/reviews.md

## What is C?

Watch live and on demand C-SPAN's complete coverage of the House and Senate, congressional hearings, White House events, the courts, the campaigns and more from the world of politics. Listen to C-SPAN Radio and discover a variety of informative podcasts. Watch the three C-SPAN TV networks* and the latest episodes of "Washington Journal" and "Q&A". Find current schedule information for C-SPAN’s TV networks and C-SPAN Radio.

From your mobile device, on C-SPAN Now you'll find anywhere, anytime access to:

- Live streams of U.S. Congress floor proceedings
- Live streams of each day's key congressional hearings and other top political events
- On-demand access to the latest events
- Featured clips driving the news
- C-SPAN Radio
- Podcasts on politics, history and nonfiction books
- C-SPAN, C-SPAN2 and C-SPAN3*
- Latest episodes of "Washington Journal" and "Q&A"
- Up-to-date schedule information for C-SPAN TV networks and C-SPAN Radio

*Access to the livestreams of C-SPAN's three television networks is reserved for authenticated cable and satellite TV customers.

C-SPAN Now...Washington Unfiltered.

## Key features

- Live U.S. Congress streams
- On-demand event access
- C-SPAN Radio
- Political podcasts
- Schedule information

## Chart rankings

- #196 in Top Free · News (US App Store)

## What do users think of C?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth, fast-loading app
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🔒 Unfiltered, unbiased government coverage
- 💡 Convenient mobile access to C-SPAN content
- 👍 Clean, modern design

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 🔋 High data consumption
- 📺 No support for larger iPad screens
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🔒 Requires cable provider login for full access

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Video playback issues on older devices
- Inability to switch between live channels
- App gets stuck on last viewed video
- Inconsistent behavior when rotating device

**Most requested features**

- Add support for Chromecast and Apple TV
- Implement background audio playback
- Introduce a search feature to find past content
- Develop a dedicated iPad app with optimized layout
- Offer a paid, ad-free version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 132)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-span-now/id1575769362/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t bother

*2026-07-17*

This used to be a helpful app. However, suddenly after a few “updates” ago, it stopped playing any of the videos or clips, although of course the ads play with no problem. I’ve updated the os several times and un/reinstalled the app several times across their updates, but the problem never resolved. This app isn’t worth your time - there are others that get you basically the same information but reliably.

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear you're having trouble with the app. If you're willing to give us more information about the device that you're using that may help us figure out the problem and work on a solution. Please fill out this form and we'll see what we can do: https://cspanorg.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/1/group/1/create/16

### 2/5 — Videos do not play

*2026-02-14, version 1.13.1*

Can’t get the video clips to play back. Shows 0.000 minutes available.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2026-02-11, version 1.13.1*

The video only plays in the corner. When I tap for full screen, it shuts off completely and is a black screen, no sound. It worked fine before the “upgrade.”

### 1/5 — Tulsi gabbard addressing Meeting of sec of state cancelled

*2026-01-30, version 1.13.1*

Democrat propaganda

### 5/5 — STATE OF MIND

*2025-12-08, version 1.13.0*

My name is GUNNIGAR RILEY SOOKWIPAT I AM AMERICAN CITIZEN 
SINCE 1994 I used to live in State California USA now I live in ARIZONA STATE of Sunshine

### 5/5 — Works perfectly! Love it!

*2025-12-02, version 1.13.0*

Works flawlessly! I love that the app will use minimized view so I can look at/do other things. Very pleased!

### 3/5 — Ads

*2025-12-01, version 1.13.0*

Adding ads is bad news. First they are repetitive and repeats every time you change to a new program. Isn’t there someplace we can go and not see ads all the time. What’s next a “paid” version. I thought C-Span was supposed to be paid for by cable providers?

### 1/5 — C-SPAN Now Playing Uncontested Lies

*2025-11-22, version 1.13.0*

Tonight I clicked on the clip of Levitt’s lie that certain parties told US military and intelligence personnel that they should disobey legal orders. There was no reference to the actual video in question, there was no response from the members of the press to whom Levitt was speaking. What is the point of C-SPAN: purveying truth or fiction?

### 2/5 — iPhone Only Screensize

*2025-11-12, version 1.13.0*

This app is a disappointment. It only shows an iPhone screensize. It needs to be updated with a version that can detect the larger screensize of an iPad and adjust to it.

### 1/5 — No option to navigate

*2025-11-12, version 1.13.0*

11/12/2025

There is not a to navigate within the app. Right now it is stuck on the senate proceedings from November 9, 2025.

There appears to be no way to close this and to see what the house of reps. are doing.

So-o-o frustrating!!

Please look into this so there is a broader range of choices.
Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about C

### What does C-SPAN Now offer?

C-SPAN Now provides live and on-demand video and audio coverage of U.S. political events. This includes proceedings from the House and Senate, congressional hearings, White House events, and more. Users can also listen to C-SPAN Radio and access a variety of political podcasts.

### How can I watch C-SPAN's TV networks?

Access to the live streams of the three C-SPAN television networks is reserved for authenticated cable and satellite TV customers. Once authenticated, you can watch these networks through the C-SPAN Now app.

### Is C-SPAN Now free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, it does display advertisements. Access to the live streams of C-SPAN's television networks requires authentication with a cable or satellite TV provider.

### What kind of political content can I find?

You can find comprehensive coverage of U.S. politics, including live streams of Congress floor proceedings and key congressional hearings. The app also offers on-demand access to recent events, featured news clips, and popular shows like "Washington Journal" and "Q&A".

### What devices is C-SPAN Now available on?

The app is available for use on mobile devices, providing anywhere, anytime access to its content. Specific device compatibility details would typically be found in the app store listing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.13.3 — 2026-05-05

Minor fixes

### 1.13.2 — 2026-02-25

- Minor bug fixes

### 1.13.1 — 2026-01-30

- Youtube TV integration
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.13.0 — 2025-10-24

- Minor bug fixes.

### 1.12.9 — 2025-09-15

- Minor bug fixes.

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