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June 19, 2017PBS NewsHour full episode

Jun 19, 2017 7:38 PM EDT

Monday on the NewsHour...

Monday on the NewsHour, tensions rise in the Middle East after the U.S. shoots down a Syrian jet. Also: President Trump's lawyer on reports about an obstruction of justice investigation, empowering victims of human trafficking, a preview of Georgia's special election and more.

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