PBS News Hour - Full Show

September 28, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode

PBS News Hour - Full Show

Show Notes

Monday on the News Hour, the Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel efficiency standards for cars and trucks. High mortgage rates deal a blow to the housing market that's already unaffordable for many. Plus, how the Trump Justice Department is shattering the post-Watergate norm of the agency operating free from political interference. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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Oct 22, 2026

Thursday on the News Hour, the Justice Department is notifying local election officials which counties it plans to monitor, raising concerns of potential interference. From Lockheed Martin's factories to Ukraine, a look at the effort to build defensive missiles faster. Plus, federal education grants can now be used for short-term vocational training, but will the programs live up to their promise? PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Oct 21, 2026

Wednesday on the News Hour, Russia releases an imprisoned American and agrees to resume negotiations to end its war in Ukraine. How Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has gained such power over U.S. security interests. Plus, abortion rights are on the ballot in Idaho, where the state's near-total ban has dramatically reshaped reproductive health care. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Oct 20, 2026

Tuesday on the News Hour, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets with U.S. and European officials as tensions with President Trump persist. Trump rallies voters in Kansas, a traditionally Republican state where the midterm battle has become surprisingly competitive. Plus, election officials in Pennsylvania work to build trust in the voting process and ensure every ballot is counted. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Oct 19, 2026

Monday on the News Hour, Ukraine and Russia trade attacks as President Trump's rift with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy widens. Years of economic uncertainty have put affordability at the center of Ohio's closely contested races for Senate and governor. Plus, a look at the emerging electric technology poised to transform aviation. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Oct 16, 2026

Friday on the News Hour, the latest on the investigation into a deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon, that killed three children and a teacher. A tight Senate race sends President Trump to Alaska before the midterm elections. Plus, Kerry Kennedy reflects on her mother's devotion to family and human rights, and weighs in on recent political controversies involving the Kennedy name. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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