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PBS News Hour full episode, June 30, 2026
The Supreme Court delivered landmark rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, and campaign finance, while global crises and domestic political turmoil continued to unfold.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 29, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court issued landmark rulings expanding presidential power over independent agencies while upholding Federal Reserve independence and privacy protections for cell phone data, as Texas mandated Bible passages in public schools and a new report highlighted the precarious status of DACA recipients.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 26, 2026
This episode unpacks Venezuela's post-earthquake humanitarian crisis, Ohio's economic concerns over migrant status changes, Los Angeles's bold screen time limits for students, and the WNBA's struggle with officiating and cultural narratives surrounding its new star.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 25, 2026
This episode covers the catastrophic aftermath of powerful earthquakes in Venezuela, major Supreme Court rulings on immigration and corporate liability, and a new bipartisan initiative to prepare the American workforce for the AI economy, alongside escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 24, 2026
President Trump's political maneuvering, a landmark housing bill, progressive primary victories, and controversial judicial rulings dominate a day of national and international headlines, alongside a deep dive into the Declaration of Independence.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 23, 2026
This episode dissects escalating US-Iran nuclear and economic disputes, the widespread regret and economic fallout ten years after Brexit, critical changes to US student loan repayment, the impact of climate change on Georgia farmers, and the unique challenges faced by Ukraine's LGBTQ+ community in wartime.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 22, 2026
The U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Iran amid a new deconfliction mechanism for the Lebanon war, while the UK faces political upheaval with Keir Starmer's resignation, and a new DOJ memo threatens disability rights, all against a backdrop of rapidly melting glaciers and a tribute to economic titan Alan Greenspan.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 19, 2026
This episode unpacks a tenuous US-Iran ceasefire, the surprising cancer-fighting potential of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, the Obama Center's new legacy vision, and Team USA's strong World Cup performance.
WATCH: Trump unveils new Air Force One plane gifted by Qatar at Joint Base Andrews
Donald Trump unveils a new Air Force One aircraft, gifted by Qatar, touting its luxury and advanced capabilities while also discussing military strength, economic achievements, and plans for a massive July 4th flyover.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 18, 2026
The U.S. lifts its Strait of Hormuz blockade after a tentative peace deal with Iran, while a new Tennessee law threatens healthcare for undocumented children, and a report reveals high recidivism among January 6 pardonees.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 17, 2026
This episode unpacks the controversial US-Iran peace agreement, President Trump's chaotic DNI nomination, the Fed's cautious stance on interest rates, and the profound personal impact of abortion bans and historical racial healthcare disparities.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 16, 2026
This episode unpacks the murky U.S.-Iran nuclear deal, the politicization of the Justice Department, rising cancer rates in Iowa, the unprecedented shutdown of powerful AI models, and a new institute reframing the enduring impact of slavery.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 15, 2026
President Trump heralds a new, controversial Iran cease-fire deal and a novel sunscreen ingredient gains FDA approval, while a Princeton professor challenges America's self-perception on its 250th anniversary.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 12, 2026
The U.S. and Iran inch closer to a contentious peace deal amidst conflicting terms, while President Trump hosts a UFC cage fight on the White House lawn, and Gaza's children struggle for education in war-torn conditions.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 11, 2026
President Trump halts Iran airstrikes citing a nearing deal, while Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner face protests over a luxury resort in Albania, SpaceX prepares for a record-breaking IPO, and the Justice Department undergoes significant internal changes under Trump's influence, all as the World Cup kicks off amid extreme heat concerns.
WATCH: Trump signs proclamation opening more protected ocean areas to commercial fishing
President Trump signs a proclamation reopening vast ocean areas to commercial fishing, claiming it will boost the U.S. seafood industry and lower costs, while also discussing an imminent Iran nuclear deal and criticizing past environmental policies.
PBS News Hour full show, June 10, 2026
The US-Iran conflict escalates with new strikes and a full blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, driving US inflation to a three-year high, while domestic politics grapple with intelligence program reauthorization and deep ideological divisions.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 9, 2026
This episode covers escalating US-Iran tensions after a helicopter downing, the contentious Maine Senate primary, the critical debate over FISA surveillance powers, and the deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 8, 2026
Israel and Iran's missile exchange threatens regional peace efforts, while domestic issues like election integrity claims and drastic cuts to food assistance programs spark national debate.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 5, 2026
Despite solid job gains, the US economy faces headwinds from the Iran war and inflation, while global energy markets grapple with the Strait of Hormuz closure and Ukraine intensifies its war efforts against Russia.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 4, 2026
This episode of PBS NewsHour covers critical political clashes over immigration funding and scientific research control, the evolving job market for graduates impacted by AI, unique cultural phenomena, and pressing climate and social issues.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 3, 2026
This episode covers escalating US-Iran tensions and regional conflicts, the latest US primary election results, the controversial firing of '60 Minutes' correspondent Scott Pelley, and the Trump administration's dismantling of critical ocean monitoring sensors.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 2, 2026
President Trump's administration faces political pushback on key appointments and policy initiatives, while global conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East persist, and social issues like immigration's impact on education are highlighted alongside cultural reflections from Sting and a global trekker.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 1, 2026
This episode covers a range of critical global and domestic issues, from the legal challenges facing President Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund and escalating Middle East conflicts to a breakthrough in pancreatic cancer treatment, the threats of AI-driven misinformation in elections, and Jakarta's battle against rising sea levels.
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