September 8, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Summary
This PBS News Hour episode covers the escalation of US-Canada trade tensions, featuring an interview with a border mayor on the economic impact of new tariffs. The show also analyzes how these trade policies are influencing key midterm races in states like Michigan and Pennsylvania. Additionally, retiring Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch discusses political pressures on the institution, while a fighter pilot recounts her role in downing Flight 93 on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The broadcast concludes with reports on extreme weather in Southeast Asia and the rising costs of youth travel …
Topics discussed
Intro: Canadian tariffs and Smithsonian retirement
Canada imposes $20B retaliatory tariffs on US goods
Interview: Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie on border impact
Political fallout: Tariffs impact on US elections
NYC: 9/11 health risks and transparency report
Global news: UK flight chaos, Middle East strikes
Southeast Asia braces for extreme weather
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Interview: Lonnie Bunch on Smithsonian legacy
Asia: Disaster training and climate change impacts
Youth sports: The $40B pay-to-play industry
9/11 Anniversary: Pilot's account of Flight 93
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