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Watch: S2024 E310

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A housing program reduced veteran homelessness. What’s next?

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According to government data, homelessness in the U.S. increased 12 percent in 2023 compared to 2022. But one group has seen significant improvement over the last 15 years: veterans. Much of that can be credited to a government housing program known as HUD-VASH. Lisa Desjardins speaks with Ann Oliva, CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, to learn more.

Harris courts Pennsylvania voters as Trump continues attacks

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After facing off this week for the debate, former President Trump and Vice President Harris are now on opposite ends of the country. Harris focused on Pennsylvania voters while Trump spoke to reporters at his golf club in California. Trump continued attacks on legal Haitian immigrants in Ohio, even threatening to deport them. Laura Barrón-López and Lisa Desjardins discuss more with Geoff Bennett.

Biden, British PM consider Ukraine use of long-range weapons

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Leaders of Ukraine’s two most important allies are meeting in Washington. President Biden and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have many topics on their agenda, but there is particular attention on coordinating support for Ukraine and allowing Kyiv to use American and British long-range missiles to hit targets deep inside Russia. Nick Schifrin reports.

UK army chief warns nation could lose next conflict

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The United Kingdom faces problems with its defense posture amid Britain's budget troubles. The British Army’s new chief warned it could lose its next conflict unless it increases its fighting power. But as special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports, military leaders are bracing themselves for more cuts from Prime Minister Starmer’s new government.

Colleges try to manage protests without stifling free speech

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As college students head back to campus for the new academic year, universities are rolling out new rules as they prepare for more protests over the Israel-Hamas war. In many cases, there's a wide range of new restrictions. Jeffrey Brown looks at how college leaders and students are navigating the moment.

Capehart and Ponnuru on Harris' debate success

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Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart and National Review editor Ramesh Ponnuru join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including the presidential debate marking a major moment in the race for the White House, Donald Trump comes under scrutiny for conspiracy theories and the gender gap in presidential polls.

Designer makes mark on art world one button at a time

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Artist and designer Beau McCall has made his mark on the art world one button at a time. Special correspondent Jared Bowen of GBH Boston takes us through the first-ever retrospective covering his near-40-year career. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

News Wrap: Russian strikes kill Red Cross members in Ukraine

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In our news wrap Thursday, Russian strikes in Ukraine killed three members of the Red Cross, a North Dakota judge struck down the state’s ban on abortion saying the state’s constitution enshrines access before a fetus is viable, the Biden administration slapped sanctions on allies of Venezuelan President Maduro and Attorney General Garland denounced efforts to politicize the Justice Department.

Francine lashes Gulf Coast, leaving neighborhoods flooded

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Francine dumped heavy rain across the Southeast Thursday after flooding New Orleans and coastal communities throughout Louisiana. Francine peaked as a Category 2 hurricane and knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of people. There have been no reports of deaths or injuries but there were dozens of rescues. Stephanie Sy reports.

Officials warn USPS not prepared to handle mail-in voting

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Election officials from across the country say the U.S. postmaster general has not addressed persistent mail delivery delays and has not adequately prepared for the election. They say that could cause ballots to miss deadlines, lead to fewer people voting and undermine trust in the process. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Mandy Vigil of the National Association of State Election Directors.

Comparing Trump's and Harris' positions on immigration

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One of the most divisive issues in this year’s presidential race is immigration and border security. On the campaign trail, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Trump have clashed over how to handle immigration policy. Lisa Desjardins takes a look at both candidates' plans.

ICC prosecutor holding Russia accountable for atrocities

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The International Criminal Court in The Hague investigates and, where warranted, tries individuals charged with the gravest of crimes. Its chief prosecutor is busy these days focusing on the war in Ukraine and the war between Israel and Palestinians. Earlier today Nick Schifrin spoke to Karim Khan about what's being done to hold Russian forces responsible for atrocities committed against Ukraine.

How investors made millions as Steward Health collapsed

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The CEO of the nation’s largest private for-profit hospital chain is under fire for ignoring a subpoena to testify before the Senate. The hearing examined the financial collapse of Steward Health Care, a group created by a private equity firm that generated huge fortunes for investors and its CEO, but left patients in dangerous conditions. William Brangham discussed more with Mark Arsenault.

'The Sing Sing Files' chronicles work to free the innocent

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For decades, producer Dan Slepian has spearheaded documentaries, podcasts and investigative reports for Dateline NBC. In 2002, a chance conversation propelled him to start probing wrongful convictions, work that led to a Pulitzer Prize-winning podcast 20 years later. Slepian joined Amna Nawaz to discuss his new book, "The Sing Sing Files," and why the issue continues to fuel his work.

Urban explorers find beauty in the decay of Gary's buildings

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Beauty and rebirth in decay. It’s a vision of urban exploration, restoration and development now underway across northwestern Indiana. Jeffrey Brown reports from Gary, Indiana, for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

Social media's role in fueling extremism and misinformation

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Half of U.S. adults say they sometimes get their news from social media. However, almost two-thirds of adults say they view social media as a bad thing for democracy. This raises the question of what responsibility social media companies bear for our increasingly divided political climate. Judy Woodruff explores that more for her ongoing series, America at a Crossroads.

Aysenur Eygi's friends reject Israeli explanation of killing

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President Biden responded to Israel's claim that the killing of an American in the West Bank was unintentional by saying the death of Aysenur Eygi is "totally unacceptable." Eygi’s family said those statements weren’t enough, and accused Biden of "complicity" in Israeli occupation and “whitewashing” the killing. Nick Schifrin spoke with two of Eygi's friends, Juliette Majid and Kelsie Nabass.

Israeli strike on UN school in Gaza kills dozens

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It was a violent day as Palestinians say Israeli strikes killed dozens in Gaza. Israel says the targets were Hamas militants who took shelter at a UN school that has become a shelter for the displaced. In the West Bank, an Israeli soldier died in an attack on a bus stop and Palestinians say Israeli raids backed by airstrikes killed at least five. Nick Schfirin reports.

How Trump's tariff plan would affect U.S. consumers

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Tariffs are a hallmark of former President Trump’s economic agenda and some of them have bipartisan support as a way of dealing with China. But there are key differences between Trump and Vice President Harris when it comes to how large and wide-ranging they should be. The potential impact is very much on the minds of some voters in battleground states. Economics correspondent Paul Solman reports.

Trump doubles down on debunked Haitian immigrant conspiracy

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Donald Trump doubled down on unsupported claims that Haitian immigrants are abducting and eating people's pets in the city of Springfield, Ohio. William Brangham recently visited Springfield and spoke with city officials and members of the Haitian community. He joined Amna Nawaz to discuss more.

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