Apr 01 Watch 4:17 How political opponents became enemies in the U.S. By PBS News Hour An increasingly dark view of the opposition is now a dominant feature of our political landscape. According to the Pew Research Center, 45 percent of Republicans say that Democratic policies threaten the nation, while 41 percent of Democrats think the… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 3:19 For kids who survived the Florida shooting, the next assault is from online conspiracy theorists By PBS News Hour The immediate response to the school shooting in Florida was a national wave of prayers, condolences and political outrage. Then came a different flood: allegations and conspiracy theories about the students now calling for gun reform. Right-wing outlets and online… Continue watching
Feb 16 Watch 4:34 New Yorker investigation into Trump affair finds system of 'silencing women' By PBS News Hour According to The New Yorker, former Playboy model Karen McDougal alleges she had an affair with President Trump more than a decade ago, resulting in extensive efforts to keep the story out of the press through payouts and contracts. Judy… Continue watching
Feb 14 Watch 3:03 Senators begin to outline bipartisan 'Dreamer' plan as open debate begins By PBS News Hour While the Senate formally opened debate on the issue of immigration, it began the day where it left off on Monday: no clear bill or direction for protecting "Dreamers." As President Trump pressed Congress to follow his four criteria for… Continue watching
Feb 14 Watch 5:48 Sen. David Perdue: Trump wants all 4 'pillars' in immigration bill By PBS News Hour Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., says he is hopeful that Congress will support a solution for DACA recipients this week, while taking measures to prevent future waves of illegal immigration. Perdue joins Judy Woodruff to discuss his support for President Trump’s… Continue watching
Feb 09 Watch 4:45 News Wrap: Sports court rejects Russian appeal for 2018 Games By PBS News Hour In our news wrap Friday, the Winter Olympics have officially begun in South Korea, kicked off with pomp and circumstance at the opening ceremony. Meanwhile, a last ditch effort to include 45 banned Russian athletes was rejected just hours before. Continue watching
Feb 08 Watch 8:08 Why Congress' budget solution might not avert a shutdown By PBS News Hour Senate leaders labored all day to move forward on a bipartisan funding bill to keep the government running, while the House of Representatives waited to cast its own vote. The 600-plus page bill provides more military spending, as well as… Continue watching
Feb 08 Watch 6:30 How is John Kelly's credibility hurt by Rob Porter abuse scandal? By PBS News Hour The White House is on the defensive after two ex-wives of a top aide said he physically assaulted them. Staff secretary Rob Porter also did not have a permanent security clearance. Why did chief of staff John Kelly initially defend… Continue watching
Feb 07 Watch 9:11 Senate budget faces House headwinds. Here's what we know about the mega-deal By PBS News Hour Senate leaders have made one of the biggest bipartisan budget proposals in recent history. Their proposal would increase spending by about $300 billion. But not everyone is cheering: the most conservative members are openly hostile to the deal, while Democratic… Continue watching
Feb 07 Watch 11:06 Why some House Democrats and Republicans are saying no to the Senate budget deal By PBS News Hour A major Senate deal to fund the government for two years and avert a government shutdown has an uncertain future in the House. John Yang talks with Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., and Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Ala., about their concerns, including… Continue watching