FRONTLINE

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FRONTLINE explores and illuminates the critical issues of our times - from business and health to social issues, politics and war.

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How the U.S. Fueled the Rise of MS-13

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The notorious gang known as MS-13 has become a focal point in President Donald Trump’s rhetoric on immigration, with the president citing the gang’s violence to call for a crackdown on borders and a ramp-up of deportations. But how did MS-13 come to be in the first place?

How “Operation Matador” Swept Up Immigrant Teens

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In an excerpt from the FRONTLINE documentary "The Gang Crackdown," watch how the anti-MS-13 "Operation Matador" swept up immigrant teens -- and meet two teens who were accused of gang affiliation. "The Gang Crackdown" premieres Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 10/9c on PBS and online at pbs.org/frontline.

"The Gang Crackdown" — Preview

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In “The Gang Crackdown,” FRONTLINE investigates how a slew of gruesome killings on Long Island linked to the MS-13 gang led to many immigrant teens being accused of gang affiliation and unlawfully detained. Coming to PBS Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

"Exodus: The Journey Continues" - Preview

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The intimate stories of refugees and migrants, caught in Europe's tightened borders. Amid the ongoing migration crisis, the film -- a sequel to FRONTLINE's award-winning 2016 documentary, "Exodus" -- follows personal journeys over two years, as countries become less welcoming to those seeking refuge.

Fall 2017 on FRONTLINE

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Wednesdays this fall, PBS’s flagship investigative documentary series, FRONTLINE, will bring viewers new, in-depth documentaries exploring some of the most pressing topics facing the country — including the mounting tensions with North Korea, the fight against ISIS, climate change and the EPA, and how Vladimir Putin came to see the U.S. as an enemy. Here's a preview.

"War on the EPA" - Preview

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How did Scott Pruitt go from fighting the EPA to running the agency and rolling back years of policy? With access to key players on all sides of the issue -- and with Pruitt now leading the federal agency he sued 14 times as Oklahoma’s attorney general -- "War on the EPA" is an inside look at the triumphant ascent of the anti-regulatory movement in America. Coming to FRONTLINE October 11.

"Mosul" - Preview

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Shot over the course of the entire nine-month battle to retake Mosul from ISIS, this vivid documentary follows the experiences of four young soldiers in a team of Iraqi Special Forces tasked with leading the fight. It's a stunning look at the high cost of the Iraqi Army’s victory in the city, large parts of which have been destroyed, with hundreds of thousands of civilians still displaced.

"Mosul" - Trailer

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Described by some military commanders as the deadliest urban combat since World War II, the battle to drive ISIS out of Mosul was brutal and grueling. FRONTLINE takes you inside the fight -- going on the ground with four young soldiers on a team of Iraqi Special Forces who helped lead the effort. "Mosul" premieres October 18 on PBS and online.

"Putin's Revenge" - Trailer

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How did Russian president Vladimir Putin come to see the U.S. as an enemy, and why has he sought to sow distrust in America's democracy? From filmmaker Michael Kirk and the team behind "The Choice 2016" comes this epic, two-part documentary examining Putin's rise, rule and motivations, and the American responses. Airing Wednesdays, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 on FRONTLINE.

"Putin's Revenge" - Preview

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How did Russian president Vladimir Putin come to see the U.S. as an enemy, and why did he decide to target the 2016 American election? From filmmaker Michael Kirk and the team behind "The Choice 2016" comes this epic, two-part documentary examining Putin's rise, rule and motivations. Airing Wednesdays, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 on FRONTLINE.

"North Korea's Deadly Dictator" - Preview

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Who killed Kim Jong-un’s half brother, Kim Jong-nam, and what does the murder reveal about the North Korean leader and his regime? Amid growing nuclear tensions, “North Korea’s Deadly Dictator” examines claims that the North Korean leader ordered the assassination of his half brother, and sheds light on his broader intentions and capabilities. Premieres Wed., Oct. 4 at 10/9c.

"Abacus: Small Enough to Jail" — Preview

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The little-known story of the only U.S. bank prosecuted in relation to the 2008 financial crisis. Director Steve James ("Hoop Dreams," "The Interrupters") chronicles the Chinese immigrant Sung family’s fight to clear their names.

"Abacus: Small Enough to Jail" — Trailer

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On September 12, 2017, FRONTLINE presents the broadcast premiere of "Abacus: Small Enough to Jail" -- the little-known story of the only U.S. bank prosecuted in relation to the 2008 financial crisis. Director Steve James ("Hoop Dreams," "The Interrupters") chronicles the Chinese immigrant Sung family’s fight to clear their names.

“Inside Yemen”

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Yemen is home to what the United Nations recently called the “largest humanitarian crisis” in the world. Access inside the country for foreign journalists has been rare — but FRONTLINE’s Martin Smith made it in.

Day One on Parole

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Meet Erroll Brantley on the day he’s released from prison on parole in this excerpt from “Life on Parole.” The documentary follows Brantley and three other former prisoners in Connecticut as they navigate the challenges of more than a year on parole — from finding work, to staying sober, to parenting — while under intense supervision from the state. In collaboration with The New York Times.

"Life on Parole" - Preview

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With unique access, go inside an effort to change the way parole works in Connecticut and reduce the number of people returning to prison. In connection with The New York Times, FRONTLINE follows four former prisoners as they navigate the challenges of their first year on parole. The film premieres Tuesday, July 18 on PBS.

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