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News Wrap: Israeli airstrikes targeting terrorists kill 26 people
November 13, 2019 23:35 - 8 minutes - 14.9 MBIn our news wrap Wednesday, new Israeli airstrikes targeting Islamic Jihad fighters in the Gaza Strip killed 26 people, including at least three minors, in the area's heaviest recent fighting. Israel's defense minister urged against Palestinian reprisals. Also, protests in Lebanon resumed after its president warned of more delays in forming a new government and a soldier killed a man overnight.
As Supreme Court takes up DACA, 'Dreamers' hope for another temporary reprieve
November 12, 2019 23:55 - 10 minutes - 18.8 MBThe Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday on President Trump's move to end protections for migrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children.The Obama-era program, known as DACA, currently blocks some 660,000 people from deportation. National Law Journal's Marcia Coyle and Bipartisan Policy Center's Theresa Cardinal Brown join Amna Nawaz to discuss the legal considerations and potential fallout.
News Wrap: Bolivia's ousted Morales goes into exile in Mexico
November 12, 2019 23:50 - 6 minutes - 11.4 MBIn our news wrap Tuesday, ousted Bolivian President Evo Morales went into exile in Mexico, after first appealing for peace in Bolivia and expressing gratitude to the Mexican president for protecting him. Also, protesters in Hong Kong blocked traffic and battled police in a series of confrontations. They were met by tear gas and rubber bullets, one day after a demonstrator was shot by police.
What to expect as 4th impeachment process in U.S. history goes public
November 12, 2019 23:45 - 6 minutes - 11.3 MBThe House impeachment inquiry will go public Wednesday, with its first open-door hearing on Capitol Hill. Members of the House Intelligence Committee, both Democrats and Republicans, will have opportunities to question two key witnesses in the ongoing investigation around President Trump's dealings with Ukraine. Nick Schifrin joins Judy Woodruff with an overview of each party's messaging.
Why lawsuit against Remington could have a ripple effect for gun industry
November 12, 2019 23:40 - 5 minutes - 10.4 MBOn Tuesday, the Supreme Court denied an attempt by Remington Arms to block a lawsuit filed by families of the victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre, who argue the maker of the AR-15-style rifle should be held liable for its marketing of the military-style weapons. Robert Spitzer, author of "Guns Across America," joins William Brangham to discuss what the decision means for firearm manufacturers.
How did we get here? A timeline of the Ukraine impeachment saga
November 12, 2019 23:35 - 6 minutes - 12.6 MBThe impeachment inquiry has moved quickly, with more than a dozen witnesses, nearly 2700 pages of testimony and, now, public hearings. But how did we get here? Lisa Desjardins and Yamiche Alcindor take a look back at key events in the Ukraine saga and the previously obscure U.S. officials who will play important roles in the upcoming hearings.
For Israelis along the Lebanon and Gaza borders, even a normal day is plagued with tension
November 12, 2019 23:30 - 11 minutes - 20.6 MBAttacks and reprisals between Israel and its enemies occur regularly, now and then exploding into all-out war. In particular, Israeli security is threatened by militant groups like Hamas in the south and Lebanon's Hezbollah to the north. Ryan Chilcote reports from two Israeli border communities about how families there are seeking a normal life amid constant fear and uncertainty.
Why more media companies want in on the expensive 'streaming revolution'
November 12, 2019 23:25 - 7 minutes - 14.2 MBMedia companies are spending billions to try to lock in Americans' entertainment dollars, and on Tuesday, the Walt Disney Company took its efforts to the next level with the launch of Disney+. But with such a broad assortment of streaming services available, how can consumers decide on the best entertainment options for them? NPR television critic Eric Deggans joins John Yang to discuss.
News Wrap: UN's nuclear watchdog raises new concerns about Iran
November 11, 2019 23:55 - 9 minutes - 16.8 MBIn our news wrap Monday, the UN's nuclear watchdog raised new concerns about Iran's violations of its 2015 nuclear deal. Inspectors discovered manmade uranium particles that Tehran hadn't previously declared. Also, Turkey has begun sending captured foreign members of the Islamic State back to their home countries. The Turkish government estimates some 1200 ISIS fighters were imprisoned there.
Hong Kong's anti-government protests again turn violent
November 11, 2019 23:52 - 3 minutes - 6.06 MBAnti-government protests in Hong Kong erupted into chaos Monday, leaving two people critically injured. One person was shot at close range by police, while separately, a China supporter was set on fire. Hong Kong's leader, Carrie Lam, vowed to "spare no effort" to end the violent demonstrations that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese territory for five months. Judy Woodruff reports.
What's next for Bolivia, after President Morales steps down
November 11, 2019 23:50 - 4 minutes - 9.1 MBBolivia, South America's poorest country, is politically divided -- and currently without a leader. President Evo Morales announced on state television Sunday that he was the victim of a coup and thus was resigning. But his political opponents contend he was a dictator who eventually succumbed to the powers of democracy. Nick Schifrin reports on how Bolivia is facing a government reconstruction.
Mulvaney objected to 2017 Ukrainian aid package, says State Dept. official
November 11, 2019 23:45 - 5 minutes - 11 MBAdditional closed-door deposition transcripts from the impeachment inquiry were released Monday. Laura Cooper, deputy assistant secretary at the Department of Defense, testified during her appearance that her colleagues questioned whether aid appropriated by Congress for Ukraine could legally be frozen by President Trump. Yamiche Alcindor and Lisa Desjardins join Judy Woodruff to discuss.
How Rudy Giuliani went from 'America's mayor' to Ukraine business broker
November 11, 2019 23:40 - 8 minutes - 16.6 MBMentioned frequently in transcripts from closed-door testimonies in the impeachment inquiry, Rudy Giuliani stands at the center of the saga over President Trump's Ukraine policy. Giuliani is now the president's personal lawyer, but he first entered the national spotlight as New York's tough-on-crime mayor -- and later, a consoling figure amid the grief of September 11th. Yamiche Alcindor reports.
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on public impeachment hearings, Bloomberg's possible 2020 bet
November 11, 2019 23:35 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MBNPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including whether open hearings could change Americans' minds about impeachment, implications for Joe Biden's presidential campaign, the potential entry of Michael Bloomberg into the Democratic race, Sen. Amy Klobuchar's comments about standards for female politicians and more.
After failed legislative attempts on DACA, fate of 'Dreamers' lies with Supreme Court
November 11, 2019 23:30 - 5 minutes - 10.8 MBOn Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments that could decide the fate of some 700,000 "Dreamers," members of a younger generation of undocumented immigrants brought to the United States as children. They are currently protected from deportation by an executive order that President Barack Obama put in place in 2012, but that President Donald Trump has sought to cancel. Amna Nawaz reports.
With emphasis on arts, rural communities challenge national narrative of decline
November 11, 2019 23:25 - 7 minutes - 13.5 MBAmericans have been drawn to rural areas in recent years partly due to the appeal of a higher quality of life. These regions have not traditionally been known as art hubs, but some residents say that trend is changing. Jeffrey Brown reports from northern Minnesota, where artists and community leaders are fighting the national narrative of rural America in decline.
Veterans Day observances from across the country
November 11, 2019 23:20 - 3 minutes - 5.55 MBAcross the country, Americans paid tribute on Monday to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, who put their own comfort and wellbeing at risk to defend their country. Here are a selection of the commemorations and observances.
Migrant aid workers face arrests and prosecutions
November 10, 2019 22:08 - 10 minutes - 4.81 MBMore than 3,000 undocumented migrants have died in Arizona during the last 20 years while trying to cross into the U.S. from Mexico, spurring the formation of aid groups along the border that aim to prevent the humanitarian crisis. Now, some aid workers are facing criminal charges due to renewed enforcement of harboring laws that say good Samaritans are breaking the law. Ivette Feliciano reports.
What to look for in this week's impeachment inquiry
November 10, 2019 22:04 - 5 minutes - 2.5 MBThree officials will testify this week as the impeachment inquiry enters a new phase with public hearings. House Republicans on Saturday submitted their wishlist of witnesses which included Hunter Biden and the whistleblower -- both names ruled out by the Democrats. NewsHour's Lisa Desjardin joins Megan Thompson to discuss the latest.
Graham Nash mines his catalog for some personal performances
November 09, 2019 22:07 - 10 minutes - 4.75 MBTwo-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Graham Nash has hits aplenty spanning his nearly six-decade career. But the 77-year-old singer-songwriter recently chose to perform a special run of shows featuring his lesser-known first two solo albums in their entirety, which together describe a crucial chapter in his personal and artistic life. Tom Casciato recently spoke to Nash to learn more.
Paradise rebuilds a year after the Camp Fire
November 09, 2019 22:03 - 2 minutes - 1.28 MBResidents and officials in Paradise, California on Friday marked the one-year anniversary of the Camp Fire that devastated the Northern California community and killed 85 people. San Francisco Chronicle reporter Lizzie Johnson joins Megan Thompson for the latest on the rebuilding efforts and how the residents are coping.
Tidying guru Marie Kondo: kids can learn her methods, too
November 09, 2019 22:01 - 5 minutes - 2.38 MBCelebrity decluttering expert Marie Kondo has gained millions of fans with her famous folding techniques and advice to keep only things that "spark joy." This past week, she put out her first children's book, "Kiki and Jax: The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship." Kondo says she believes children as young as age one can start learning about her methods. NewsHour Weekend's Megan Thompson reports.
How Mick Mulvaney plays into the Ukraine impeachment inquiry saga
November 08, 2019 23:57 - 11 minutes - 22.2 MBHouse committees involved in the impeachment inquiry have released nearly 2700 pages of closed-door deposition transcripts. Many of the officials interviewed echoed the whistleblower's concerns about President Trump's policy toward Ukraine. Trump, meanwhile, renewed claims that the whistleblower was guilty of wrongdoing. Lisa Desjardins reports and joins Nick Schifrin and Judy Woodruff to discuss.
News Wrap: Anonymous official's book says Trump is unfit to lead
November 08, 2019 23:55 - 4 minutes - 8.55 MBIn our news wrap Friday, a new book by an anonymous administration official claims senior officials considered resigning last year in protest of an unfit president with "trouble synthesizing information." The White House has dismissed the book as lies. Also, the leading Shiite cleric in Iraq, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, appealed for the government to stop using violence against protesters.
Why German divisions remain, 30 years after fall of the Berlin Wall
November 08, 2019 23:50 - 9 minutes - 17.6 MBIt's been 30 years since one of the 20th century's biggest historic events: the fall of the Berlin Wall. Although the East German dictatorship subsequently collapsed, cultural and political divisions remain, more than a generation after reunification. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports on the wall's legacy, the polarizing issue of immigration and the lingering stain of anti-Semitism.
Shields and Brooks on public impeachment hearings, Kentucky election results
November 08, 2019 23:45 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MBSyndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week's political news, including the impact of released impeachment inquiry transcripts, what we might learn from the upcoming public hearings, the possible entry of Michael Bloomberg into the 2020 presidential race and results from state elections in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Scott Aukerman's Brief But Spectacular take on 'Between Two Ferns'
November 08, 2019 23:40 - 3 minutes - 6.76 MBScott Aukerman helped launch one of the internet's most popular talk show spoofs, "Between Two Ferns." He explains the unexpected origin of the program, what his goal is with interviewing celebrities and how it feels to play an entertaining buffoon -- but don't take anything he says too seriously. Aukerman shares his brief but spectacular take on his life in comedy.
Blockbuster da Vinci exhibition showcases the master's 'endless curiosity'
November 08, 2019 23:35 - 8 minutes - 15.1 MBThe blockbuster exhibit of the year celebrates Leonardo da Vinci, 500 years after his death. People are flocking to the Louvre Museum in Paris to see the work of the master, who was born in Italy, died in France and personified the expression Renaissance man. Jeffrey Brown went to see firsthand why da Vinci's art is drawing massive crowds.
News Wrap: Trump Foundation ordered to settle lawsuit for $2 million
November 07, 2019 23:55 - 6 minutes - 13 MBIn our news wrap Thursday, a state judge in New York ordered President Trump to pay $2 million to settle a lawsuit alleging he funneled money from his charitable foundation to his 2016 presidential campaign. The Trump Foundation denied wrongdoing but has closed its doors and will disburse remaining funds to other nonprofits. Also, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Iran of "nuclear extortion."
What diplomat George Kent said about Rudy Giuliani -- and Hunter Biden
November 07, 2019 23:50 - 6 minutes - 12 MBIn his impeachment inquiry testimony, career State Department official George Kent alleged that Rudy Giuliani, President Trump's personal attorney, sought to manipulate U.S. policy on Ukraine and oust former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch. Kent also said he had expressed concern over Hunter Biden's position on the board of a Ukrainian energy company in 2015. Nick Schifrin talks to Judy Woodruff.
How the Saudi government may have used Twitter to target dissidents in the U.S.
November 07, 2019 23:45 - 3 minutes - 7.04 MBThe Department of Justice alleges that the government of Saudi Arabia is surveilling people living in the United States -- by leveraging Twitter. Specifically, the indictment charges that a Saudi official is recruiting Twitter employees to share personal details of critics of the Saudi government, so that those dissidents can be targeted for persecution. Nick Schifrin talks to Judy Woodruff.
Could selling PG&E to its customers help solve California's power problems?
November 07, 2019 23:40 - 7 minutes - 13.5 MBDuring California's recent wildfires, the intentional blackouts PG&E implemented to reduce danger frustrated residents. The utility's poorly maintained infrastructure is blamed for at least five previous fires. Now, the mayors of over a dozen California cities are suggesting PG&E should be sold to its customers. William Brangham talks to San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, who first proposed the plan.
Amid roiling health care debate, the share of uninsured Americans is growing
November 07, 2019 23:35 - 6 minutes - 11.6 MBHealth care is a top 2020 political issue. Democratic candidates are debating whether to build upon the Affordable Care Act, or 'Obamacare,' or replace it with Medicare for All. Meanwhile, President Trump wants to dismantle the ACA entirely. As millions of Americans enter the time of year when they choose their health plans, Amna Nawaz gets the latest from Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times.
A father took an at-home DNA test. His son was then falsely accused of murder
November 07, 2019 23:30 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MBGenetic genealogy, the technique millions of people are using to learn about their family history, has now become a potent tool with which law enforcement can solve crimes. But the method has major privacy implications that are prompting some critics to urge that we slow down in our adoption of it. William Brangham shares a "cautionary tale" of how one person's DNA testing can have a wide impact.
What's behind extreme air pollution in India
November 07, 2019 23:25 - 5 minutes - 11 MBA toxic brew lingers in the skies over India, created by everything from agricultural burning to industrial pollution. Cars are also a major contributor, with roughly 1400 vehicles added to the roads daily. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro examined this problem roughly two years ago and returns with this update on the cultural and economic challenges of making Indian air safer to breathe.
Why Jane Fonda is putting herself on the line to fight climate change
November 07, 2019 23:20 - 9 minutes - 17.9 MBJane Fonda has been a household name for decades due to her prolific acting career, both on-screen and on stage. She has also drawn sustained attention for her enduring -- and sometimes controversial -- activism. Judy Woodruff sits down with Fonda to discuss her climate advocacy, what it's like to spend a night in a D.C. jail and how young activists like Greta Thunberg are shaping a new movement.
The nationwide trends Tuesday's off-year election results reinforced
November 06, 2019 23:55 - 9 minutes - 18.1 MBTuesday's election outcomes represented successes and failures for both parties. In Kentucky, Democrat Andy Beshear beat Republican Gov. Matt Bevin by a very slim margin, while Mississippi elected a Republican governor. And Virginia voters put both houses of the state's legislature under Democratic control. Amna Nawaz reports and Judy Woodruff speaks with the University of Virginia's Kyle Kondik.
News Wrap: Mexico still looking for gunmen who killed 9 Americans
November 06, 2019 23:50 - 4 minutes - 9.07 MBIn our news wrap Wednesday, authorities in northern Mexico are still hunting for the drug cartel gunmen who killed nine Americans, including six children, in a brutal ambush on Monday. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador insisted the attacks would not go unpunished. Also, federal prosecutors accused Roger Stone, a longtime confidant of the president, of repeatedly lying to Congress.
Why William Taylor's testimony is central to the impeachment inquiry
November 06, 2019 23:45 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBHouse committees involved in the impeachment inquiry said Wednesday that the investigation will go public next week, with senior State Department officials scheduled for open hearings beginning November 13th. Meanwhile, Amb. William Taylor's deposition transcript illuminates why U.S. military aid to Ukraine was withheld. Nick Schifrin reports and talks to Yamiche Alcindor and Lisa Desjardins.
Pete Buttigieg on election results, paying for health care and bringing America together
November 06, 2019 23:40 - 10 minutes - 19.2 MBRecent polls in early voting states show Pete Buttigieg's popularity surging among Democratic voters. The mayor of South Bend, Indiana, is now in the top tier of candidates vying for the chance to challenge President Trump in the 2020 presidential election. But with that growing support comes rising scrutiny. Judy Woodruff talks to Buttigieg about health care, taxes and uniting a divided country.
How at-home DNA tests helped solve this 30-year-old murder
November 06, 2019 23:35 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBIn 2019, American law enforcement agencies have identified over 70 suspects using a new technique called genetic genealogy, which California detectives leveraged in 2018 to identify the Golden State Killer. In the first of a two-part series, William Brangham shares the story of the first genetic genealogy case to go to trial -- and how the science behind it solved a 32-year-old double murder.
In Missouri, why relying on a public defender can mean you slip through the cracks
November 06, 2019 23:30 - 2 minutes - 5.26 MBA new podcast from the NewsHour examines the public defender system in the United States -- and the enormous gaps and problems that undermine its effectiveness. Amna Nawaz and producer Frank Carlson reported from Missouri for this five-part series, and they join Judy Woodruff to discuss the heartbreaking stories they heard and what the flawed system says about American criminal justice.
Attorney Ben Crump on Trayvon Martin, racial hypocrisy and signs of progress
November 06, 2019 23:25 - 7 minutes - 14 MBSince 2012, the families of several unarmed young American black men shot to death by police in high-profile incidents have turned to civil rights attorney Ben Crump in pursuit of justice. Crump has now written a book arguing these killings are the consequences of a flawed and racist criminal justice system. Yamiche Alcindor talks to Crump about "Open Season: Legalized Genocide of Colored People."
What Gordon Sondland and Kurt Volker said about U.S. aid to Ukraine
November 05, 2019 23:55 - 4 minutes - 7.57 MBTranscripts were released Tuesday of testimonies from two central figures in the impeachment inquiry: Ambassador to the European Union Gordon Sondland and former Special Envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker. Both men were on the July call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskiy. Meanwhile, more White House officials declined to appear for interviews. Lisa Desjardins reports.
How Trump is reacting to newly released testimony from Sondland and Volker
November 05, 2019 23:50 - 10 minutes - 19.5 MBOn Tuesday, transcripts of impeachment inquiry testimony from Ambassador Gordon Sondland and former Special Envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker were released. Nick Schifrin and Lisa Desjardins break down the details of the newly released transcripts, including how Sondland revised some of his original answers, and Yamiche Alcindor joins William Brangham to discuss how President Trump is reacting.
News Wrap: 9 Americans killed in brutal Mexican ambush
November 05, 2019 23:45 - 4 minutes - 9.3 MBIn our news wrap Tuesday, nine Americans, including six children, were brutally killed in an ambush in northern Mexico, about 75 miles south of the U.S. border. Mexican officials are investigating whether the attack was a case of mistaken identity. Also, Iran has announced it will start injecting uranium gas into centrifuges at its Fordo nuclear facility -- turning it into an active atomic site.
What U.S. withdrawal from Paris climate deal means for a warming planet
November 05, 2019 23:40 - 6 minutes - 11.7 MBPresident Trump announced Monday that in a year, the U.S. will formally withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. The global accord was signed in 2015 by nearly 200 nations pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions to slow the planet's warming. Brookings Institution's Todd Stern, who was chief climate negotiator during the Obama administration, joins William Brangham to discuss the fallout.
Oklahoma's governor on 2nd chances and reducing mass incarceration
November 05, 2019 23:35 - 6 minutes - 12.2 MBIn Oklahoma, 462 people left prison Monday in the largest single-day commutation in U.S. history. Republican Governor Kevin Stitt had signed off on their release based on the recommendation of the state's Pardon and Parole Board. Oklahoma has the nation's highest incarceration rate, and its officials are now considering other criminal justice reforms. Gov. Stitt joins William Brangham to discuss.
Why colleges are reconsidering their reliance on standardized tests for admission
November 05, 2019 23:30 - 6 minutes - 11.7 MBA college admissions scandal involving several celebrities has cast an ugly spotlight on how entry into higher education can be gamed. Standardized tests like the ACT and SAT are a key point in the saga, and they now face renewed scrutiny over their value -- and their correlation to economic background. John Yang reports and talks to Jeff Selingo, author of several books on higher education.
Derek Black grew up as a white nationalist. Here's how he changed his mind
November 05, 2019 23:25 - 8 minutes - 15.5 MBAccording to the FBI, hate crimes are on the rise in the U.S. Studies also suggest white nationalist and white supremacist ideologies are spreading. Derek Black was raised in a household that espoused such beliefs, but during college, his views gradually evolved. Special correspondent Charlayne Hunter-Gault talks with Black about his journey and the best way to help others find a similar path.