World Apr 07 How Jewish tables around the world serve a feast of traditions In her new cookbook, "King Solomon's Table," celebrate food authority Joan Nathan takes readers to different parts of the world to taste the cuisine of the Jewish diaspora, with recipes handed down from generation to generation. Ahead of Passover, Judy…
World Apr 07 How will Trump foreign policy evolve after U.S. strike on Syria? What will be the fallout of a U.S. strike against a Syrian military base? And what signal does it send to world powers around the world? Former State Department official Sarah Sewall, retired Gen. John Allen, a former NATO commander,…
World Apr 07 Western allies applaud strike on Syria amid questions of next steps President Trump ordered a U.S. military strike Thursday night in Syria. The target: the Assad military’s Sharyat air base, which U.S. officials say acted as a launch pad for a chemical attack that killed more than 80 people. The attack…
Politics Apr 07 News Wrap: Neil Gorsuch confirmed at end of Senate's Supreme Court fight In our news wrap Friday, the battle over Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch ended as President Trump’s pick was confirmed to fill the seat of the late Justice Antonin Scalia. Also, an attack in Sweden left at least four people…
Politics Apr 06 Murray: 'Nuclear' option on Gorsuch is Republicans' choice Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., sits down with Judy Woodruff to discuss why she opposes Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch and blames Republicans for using the “nuclear” option to end the filibuster for high court confirmations, plus Rep. Devin Nunes’ stepping…
Politics Apr 06 Thune: Republicans had no choice but to change Senate rules for Gorsuch Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., joins Judy Woodruff to discuss why he defends his party’s move to change Republican rules in order to pave the way for the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch and the potential for bipartisan cooperation…
Arts Apr 06 Having a 'different' voice didn't stop her from singing at the top of her lungs Singer-songwriter Valerie June says inspiration comes to her in all forms, at all times of the day. The Memphis, Tennessee, native reflects on her unique voice.
Episode Apr 06 PBS NewsHour full episode April 6, 2017 Thursday on the NewsHour, Senate Republicans invoke the "nuclear option" and clear the way for Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch. Also: The Rep. Devin Nunes steps away from the Russia investigation, the cost of protecting President Trump's family and homes,…
Economy Apr 06 Outgoing Fed official sees room for banking rule changes, but fears financial crisis forgetfulness Federal Reserve governor Daniel Tarullo was central to the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act, which imposed tougher regulations on banks in the wake of the financial crisis. Though his term isn't up until 2022, Tarullo is now stepping down, just…
Politics Apr 06 Are the unprecedented demands of protecting the Trumps straining the Secret Service? The U.S. Secret Service has protected presidents and their families for more than a century. But rarely has it had to go so many places and protect so many people than it has for President Trump. John Yang speaks with…