Politics Nov 25 What challenges will Trump's White House counsel face? President-elect Donald Trump has announced that his campaign attorney, Donald McGahn, will serve as White House counsel. To examine the responsibilities of the counsel’s role as an adviser on ethics, public appearance and judgement, as well as the challenges McGahn…
Nation Nov 25 What's next for marijuana legalization On November 8, multiple states legalized the use of marijuana for either recreational or medicinal purposes -- thus marking a major shift in U.S. drug policy. William Brangham speaks with Taylor West of the National Cannabis Administration and Jonathan Hudak…
World Nov 25 This company is turning Laos' unexploded bombs into jewelry In the days after Thanksgiving, malls will be packed with bargain hunters. But the following week, many shoppers will participate in “Giving Tuesday,” an occasion that focuses on charity. One company that may attract attention: Article 22, which aims to…
Arts Nov 25 Michael Chabon blends fact and fiction to create 'a truth' In his new book, “Moonglow: A Novel,” Pulitzer Prize-winning author Michael Chabon blurs the line between truth and fiction, placing historical figures and true stories in a world of fantasy. He delves into a tale about war, family and technology…
Politics Nov 25 Shields and Brooks on cabinet picks and conflicts of interest In the past week, President-elect Donald Trump has announced several White House appointments and policy ideas. Judy Woodruff speaks with syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks about Trump's choice to oversee the Department of Education,…
Episode Nov 24 PBS NewsHour full episode Nov. 24, 2016 Thursday on the NewsHour, Green Party nominee Jill Stein raises millions for an election recount. Also: Another peace deal to end Colombia's civil war, the U.S. surgeon general's call to address the addiction crisis, 10 restaurants that changed America, refugees…
Arts Nov 24 These 10 groundbreaking restaurants changed how we dine Can you imagine life before restaurants? Or brunch? Or convenient roadside dining? In his new book, "Ten Restaurants That Changed America," historian Paul Freedman chronicles the pioneering establishments that changed American food. Economics correspondent Paul Solman takes a tour with…
Nation Nov 24 In a Long Island kitchen, refugees offer the flavors of their native lands New York City is known for the stunning variety of ethnic cuisines available on its street corners, and one local entrepreneur is looking to expand that breadth even further -- by leveraging the city’s most recent arrivals. William Brangham reports…
Nation Nov 24 News Wrap: 'We're still one people,' says Obama in Thanksgiving message In our news wrap Thursday, as Americans took time to celebrate Thanksgiving, President Obama called for unity in a video message. Also, the Islamic State carried out a massive suicide truck bombing south of Baghdad, killing at least 56 people.