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PBS News Hour

PBS NewsHour full episode May 26, 2016

Season 2016 Episode 1470 | 53m 02s

Thursday on the NewsHour, President Obama takes aim at Donald Trump as the billionaire clinches the GOP nomination. Also: Ecuador looks to rebuild after its devastating earthquake, new “superbug” becomes first drug-proof bacteria to hit U.S. soil, how patent trolls are shaking down American innovators, D.C.’s music scene goes “Live at 9:30” and Tim Heidecker wants you to stop stealing his content.

Aired: 05/25/16 | Expires: 06/25/16
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Hegseth’s House hearing shows partisan divide over Iran war
Hegseth’s contentious hearing in Congress reveals partisan divide over Iran war
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News Wrap: Comey denies wrongdoing as he appears in court
News Wrap: Comey denies wrongdoing as he appears in court over new indictment
Clip: S2026 E89 | 5:54
Watch • 3:47
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Why Congress is stuck over DHS funding and other key bills
Why Congress is at an impasse over DHS funding and other critical bills
Clip: S2026 E89 | 3:47
Watch • 10:33
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How a Supreme Court decision weakens the Voting Rights Act
How the Supreme Court’s decision weakens the Voting Rights Act nationwide
Clip: S2026 E89 | 10:33
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What it takes to create the perfect pitch for the World Cup
What it takes to create the perfect pitch for the World Cup
Clip: S2026 E89 | 4:04
Watch • 9:24
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The communities hoping America’s 250th will bridge divides
The local communities hoping America’s 250th birthday will help bridge divides
Clip: S2026 E89 | 9:24
Watch • 7:10
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How tariff refunds may affect U.S. businesses and consumers
How upcoming tariff refunds may affect U.S. businesses and consumers
Clip: S2026 E89 | 7:10
Watch • 5:26
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Powell says he will stay on Fed board after chair term ends
Powell says he will stay on Fed board after chair term ends, addressing Trump’s attacks
Clip: S2026 E89 | 5:26
Watch • 57:46
PBS News Hour
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King Charles calls for unity in rare royal address to Congress
Clip: S2026 E88 | 5:55