September 14, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Summary
PBS News Hour covers President Trump's rejection of AI regulation despite existential warnings from industry leaders, featuring an interview with journalist Steve Wilt. The show also examines escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and their impact on global oil markets, with insights from former U.S. Ambassador Michael Ratney. Additionally, the program reports on the EPA's rollback of power plant emissions rules and a ProPublica investigation revealing that a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin funded Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding.
Topics discussed
Tonight's headlines: AI regulation, Yemen conflict, and Trump Jr. wedding
Trump rejects AI oversight amid industry warnings
Interview with Steve Witt on AI risks and regulation
Federal judge blocks order on mail-in ballots
NATO condemns Russian attacks near Poland border
Trump claims Ukraine and Russia agreed to stop energy strikes
Severe flooding in New Jersey and Connecticut
Third measles-related death reported in Pennsylvania
Tribute to costume designer Bob Mackey
EPA rolls back power plant emissions rules; interview with Vicki Patton
Sponsorship and commercial breaks
Houthis seize islands and attack Saudi pipeline
Interview with Michael Ratney on US-Saudi relations and oil markets
Investigation: Russian oligarch funded Trump Jr.'s wedding
Congressional debate on AI, data centers, and election issues
Comedian Jenny Yang tours immigrant grocery stores
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