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PBS NewsHour | Full Episode | August 7, 2014

Season 2014 Episode 2190 | 53m 51s

Thursday on the NewsHour, the Obama administration considered military options to support refugees fleeing Islamic militants in Iraq. Also: Russia bans Western food imports for at least a year, reconsidering the effect of crime and punishment on America’s jails and prisons and reflecting on the legacy of the Watergate scandals 40 years after President Nixon’s resignation.

Aired: 08/06/14 | Expires: 12/31/69
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Extras
Trump pushes back at conservative voices critical of Iran war
As U.S. escalates attacks, Iran hits American diplomatic targets in Middle East
'This is a war of choice' by Trump and Netanyahu, Sen. Warner says after Iran briefing
Tehran endures 4th day of intense bombardment from U.S.-Israeli forces
Bolton says Iran war justified and critical for 'peace and stability' in Middle East
Noem defends aggressive immigration tactics amid bipartisan criticism
Delroy Lindo on the cultural impact of 'Sinners' and his Oscar-nominated performance
News Wrap: Lutnick will testify in House investigation into Epstein
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