Nation Dec 18 Remembering 5 people lost to the coronavirus pandemic December has seen a staggering rise in the number cases and the deaths in the U.S. from the pandemic. As we do each Friday, we take a moment to honor five individuals who have lost their lives to COVID-19.
Politics Dec 18 Honoring Mark Shields and his decades of political analysis For more than 30 years, Mark Shields has provided critical context and perspective to some of the most historic moments in American politics. He became a weekly guest on "The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour" during the 1988 presidential election, bringing a wealth…
Politics Dec 18 Shields and Brooks celebrate a lifetime in American politics Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks join Judy Woodruff to discuss politics as a noble profession, optimism as a defining American characteristic, and collective sacrifice for the common good. In his final regular appearance on…
Politics Dec 18 WATCH: Pence celebrates anniversary of U.S. Space Force It's been one year since the U.S. Space Force was created. Vice President Mike Pence celebrated the anniversary Friday.
Episode Dec 17 December 17, 2020 - PBS NewsHour full episode Thursday on the NewsHour, new details on a dangerous cyberattack in the U.S., President-elect Biden names key climate officials for his administration, examining the many historical reasons for reluctance surrounding immunizations in communities of color, and a look at solutions…
Nation Dec 17 Massive cyberattack 'detrimental' for U.S. national security There is new and troubling information on a massive cyberattack in the U.S.. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has determined that the attacks on the government, critical infrastructure and the private sector, pose a serious risk to national security.
World Dec 17 What Russia stands to gain from a cyberattack against the U.S. As the U.S government and major companies continue to unravel the extent of a dangerous cyberattack, many of the hallmarks of the operation point to Russia. William Brangham spoke with Fiona Hill, the former National Security Council senior director for…
Nation Dec 17 News Wrap: FDA panel backs Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use In our news wrap Thursday, a second COVID-19 vaccine moves closer to emergency authorization, President-elect Biden rounds out his environmental team, Vladimir Putin denies ordering opposition leader's poisoning, more than 340 boys kidnapped in Nigeria are freed, the family that…
Politics Dec 17 Local governments face cutbacks without federal aid While Congress continues to debate another round of COVID economic relief aid, funding for state and local governments appear to be on the chopping block. Judy Woodruff spoke with Dayton Ohio Mayor Nan Whaley and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Mayor David…
Politics Dec 17 Biden names key climate officials in departure from Trump President-elect Biden has said that tackling climate change, the environment and green energy are top priorities for his administration. And so far, his team appears to be a mix of some familiar faces and some not-so-familiar faces. John Yang spoke…