World May 24 News Wrap: Trump defends authorizing Barr to release classified information In our news wrap Friday, President Trump defended allowing Attorney General William Barr to release classified information on how the Russia investigation began, saying the “attempted coup” should never happen again. Also, North Korea warned that nuclear talks with the…
World May 24 After years of Brexit turmoil, UK's May to step down Britain's ruling Conservative Party is in search of a new leader, and the country in search of a new prime minister. After less than three years in office, Theresa May announced her resignation Friday, acknowledging that the time for her…
Nation May 24 Why violence against transgender Americans is a crisis that's under reported A recent series of murders of transgender victims is causing growing concern, particularly for trans women of color. It comes at a time when trans celebrities are more accepted in pop culture than ever before -- but also as the…
Politics May 24 Shields and Brooks on Trump-Pelosi feud, 2020 Democrats Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week’s political news, including NewsHour interviews with 2020 presidential candidates Eric Swalwell and Kirsten Gillibrand, the escalating feud between President Trump and House…
Episode May 23 May 23, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode Thursday on the NewsHour, the Senate finally passes a disaster relief funding bill. Plus: Overnight tornadoes cause destruction in Missouri, farmers under pressure from trade war with China, the release of the American Taliban, an interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand,…
Politics May 23 Senate passes disaster relief bill, as Trump and Pelosi attacks grow more personal After a months-long delay, the Senate overwhelmingly passed a funding bill Thursday that helps communities hit by natural disasters. The House is expected to quickly follow suit, and President Trump said he will sign the bill into law. Yamiche Alcindor…
Nation May 23 Deadly overnight tornadoes spread damage across Missouri Parts of Missouri are in disaster mode after a barrage of tornadoes struck Wednesday night. The violent storms flipped vehicles and tore up neighborhoods. While the state capital, Jefferson City, escaped with no fatalities, three people were killed 150 miles…
World May 23 News Wrap: Trump says he doubts need for more U.S. troops in Middle East In our news wrap Thursday, President Trump said he doubts there is a need to send more U.S. troops to the Middle East, despite heightened tensions with Iran. Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan also disputed news reports that the U.S.
Nation May 23 What struggling U.S. farmers want even more than federal aid American farmers have been among the hardest hit by the U.S. trade war with China. With no deal between the world’s two largest economies in sight, the Trump administration unveiled a second emergency aid plan Thursday to help offset agricultural…
Nation May 23 Release of 'American Taliban' raises questions about U.S. efforts to deradicalize John Walker Lindh, who became known as the "American Taliban," was released from federal prison Thursday, three years short of his 20-year sentence. President Trump criticized the release, saying Lindh was still an extremist. Nick Schifrin reports and talks to…