August 12, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Summary
The PBS NewsHour covers mixed primary election results, highlighting Democratic tensions in Wisconsin and Minnesota alongside Republican races in South Carolina. International segments detail Spain’s new immigration regularization policy and the deadly migrant crisis in Ceuta. The broadcast also addresses escalating threats against federal judges, a devastating earthquake in Colombia, and a profile on musician Andrew Bird’s symphony performance.
Topics discussed
Introduction and overview of primary election results
Analysis of Midwest and Southeast primary races
Political strategists discuss Democratic and Republican primaries
News briefs: Colombia earthquake, weather, and White House updates
Spain's new immigration policy and migrant regularization
Rising threats and security concerns for federal judges
Interview with musician Andrew Bird on orchestral collaborations
Economic pressures forcing older Americans to unretire
Sam Roberts on the art of writing obituaries
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