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August 18, 2024 - PBS News Weekend full episode

Season 2024 Episode 232 | 26m 44s

Sunday on PBS News Weekend, polls show Vice President Harris gaining ground in key swing states ahead of this week’s Democratic National Convention. We get the latest from the NewsHour team on the ground in Chicago. Then a look back at the chaotic 1968 Democratic convention in Chicago. Plus, why a device used to treat a deadly heart condition is under scrutiny.

Aired: 08/17/24 | Expires: 09/17/24
Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
Extras
Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods take effect, marking turning point in relations
News Wrap: NYC officials release documents showing city was aware of toxic air after 9/11
Trump’s trade war with Canada looms over key congressional races
How the U.S.-Canada trade dispute is impacting the economy on both sides of the border
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Fighter pilot reflects on order to sacrifice herself to stop Flight 93 on 9/11
Youth sports become big business, putting stress on families and leaving some behind
Lonnie Bunch on his legacy and protecting the Smithsonian from political pressure
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on GOP's midterm challenges