September 25, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Summary
This PBS News Hour episode covers the Supreme Court's ruling allowing states to use the SAVE database for voter verification, a decision that raises concerns about erroneous removals. The show also examines the Trump administration's removal of hundreds of thousands from the Affordable Care Act, with experts debating the balance between fraud prevention and coverage loss. Additionally, Mexico’s foreign minister discusses trade negotiations and sovereignty amid U.S. threats, while the program features analysis on President Xi’s state visit to Washington and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Topics discussed
Supreme Court ruling on SAVE Act and voter verification
Supreme Court strikes down Missouri congressional maps
Trump comments on nation's histories
Nor'easter and Hurricane Nolo weather updates
Sheryl Sandberg faces pressure over Caldwell allegations
Russian strikes in Ukraine and Ukrainian counterattacks
Pope Leo's visit to France and Notre Dame
Market update and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
USMCA review postponed and Mexico trade approach
Interview with Mexico's Foreign Minister on crime and trade
ACA coverage cancellations and rising health costs
Detention of Iranian-American journalist Reza Valizadeh
Latino voters in South Texas and immigration impact
Analysis of Xi's visit and White House press ban
PBS News/NPR Marist poll on midterm voting
Story of stateless ballet dancer Ahmad Judah
Promo for Washington Week with The Atlantic
Commentary on Ukraine war and US support
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