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PBS NewsHour full episode Dec. 27, 2016

Season 2016 Episode 3620 | 45m 23s

Tuesday on the NewsHour, President-elect Trump adds two names to his White House staff. Also: the presidential transition in historical context, a daunting future for Aleppo survivors, and the best books of 2016, according to two best-selling authors. NOTE: The story about a Greek inventor and clean energy has been removed temporarily while it is being further reviewed by our staff.

Aired: 12/26/16 | Expires: 01/26/17
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
Trump addresses the nation from the White House
What’s in the U.S. weapons package for Taiwan and why China is angry
Poet Billy Collins explores love, loss and life in 'Dog Show'
Venezuela oil blockade could have 'chilling effect' on Maduro, ex-ambassador says
Fact-checking Trump's claims in his politically charged prime-time speech
What the federal marijuana policy shift means for cannabis use and research
Trump administration moves to restrict gender-affirming care for minors nationwide
News Wrap: NASCAR's Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash
Chicago Fed president on the economy's mixed signals
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