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PBS News Hour

Understanding political violence, and how to fix it

Season 2025 Episode 168 | 6m 05s

Violence has become an unwelcome reality in American politics – from this weekend’s murders in Minnesota to the congressional baseball practice shooting to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. To better understand violence and its root causes and potential solutions, William Brangham speaks with Cynthia Miller-Idriss, Professor at American University and an expert on violent extremism.

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Can Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ pass the Senate?
Can Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ make it through the Senate?
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How immigration crackdowns are affecting Latino communities
Pastors share how immigration crackdowns are affecting their communities
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Can AI help solve India’s food and water insecurity?
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News Wrap: Appeals court hears Trump National Guard case
News Wrap: Court considers Trump’s California National Guard deployment
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Former Fulbright board member on Trump’s interference
Why Fullbright board members resigned in mass last week
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Israel’s war against Iran poses challenges for Trump team
Trump faces difficult choices in support for Israel’s war on Iran
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News Wrap: U.S. and U.K. reach trade deal that cuts tariffs
News Wrap: U.S. and U.K. reach trade deal that cuts tariffs
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Republican colleague remembers murdered Minnesota lawmaker
Republican colleague remembers murdered Minnesota lawmaker
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