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Jun 4, 2026PoliticsImmigrationScience Funding

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.

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Apr 3, 2026Iran warTrump administrationForeign policy

Brooks and Capehart on the cost of the Iran war and Trump's strategy

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart dissect the escalating costs of the Iran war, Trump's confusing communication, and his administration's perceived economic illiteracy and politicization of the Justice Department.

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Mar 18, 2026Middle East ConflictIranIsrael

PBS News Hour full episode, March 18, 2026

This episode details escalating conflicts in the Middle East, contentious U.S. political debates over intelligence and a DHS nominee, and significant social issues including a migrant crisis in Lebanon, sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez, and a national debate on historical revisionism.

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Feb 25, 2026US PoliticsState of the UnionEconomic Policy

President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address

President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address declared a 'golden age' of American prosperity and security, while the Democratic response by Governor Spanberger painted a picture of economic hardship, government overreach, and unprecedented corruption.

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Jan 8, 2026Immigration EnforcementPolice AccountabilityForeign Policy

PBS News Hour full episode, Jan. 7, 2026

This episode details the escalating tensions surrounding an ICE shooting in Minneapolis, the Trump administration's aggressive moves to control Venezuela's oil and acquire Greenland, and the long-term struggles of Los Angeles communities rebuilding after devastating wildfires, alongside new, controversial dietary guidelines.

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Jan 5, 2026US politicshealthcare policyAffordable Care Act

WATCH: Jeffries says Democrats are going fight for health care for while Trump is 'starting wars’

Representative Jeffries criticizes the Trump administration for failing to lower costs and initiating unauthorized military action in Venezuela, while House Democrats prioritize extending Affordable Care Act tax credits.

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