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U.S. Defense Secretary Austin reaffirms support for Ukraine

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While U.S. aid to Ukraine has gotten caught up in Capitol Hill politics, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says he intends to support Ukraine as best he can. Austin talked about that when he sat down with foreign affairs and defense correspondent Nick Schifrin in Brussels this weekend, in part two of an exclusive one-on-one interview.

How ‘thinly veiled’ social media ads influence what we eat

6m 9s

News about food safety can be hard to keep straight. That’s been complicated by a little-known tactic used by the food and beverage industry to influence what we eat and drink through social media, the subject of a joint investigation by The Washington Post and The Examination. John Yang speaks with Washington Post health columnist Anahad O’Connor, who worked on the investigation, to learn more.

The groundbreaking work of graffiti artist Lady Pink

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On this last weekend of Hispanic Heritage Month, as part of our “Hidden Histories” series, we hear the story of Lady Pink, a graffiti artist who has helped bring the medium into the mainstream and give voice to Latina artists along the way.

Desperation in Gaza as Israel prepares for next phase of war

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Tension continues to build across Gaza as the Israeli military readies coordinated strikes by land, air and sea. Israel has ordered 1.1 million residents of northern Gaza to evacuate, while Hamas is urging them to stay in their homes. Special correspondent Leila Molana-Allen reports from Tel Aviv.

Austin: U.S. will do ‘everything we can’ to support Israel

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U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the Pentagon will give Israel everything it needs to wage war on Hamas, even as it continues its support of Ukraine in its war with Russia. Foreign affairs and defense correspondent Nick Schifrin sat down with Austin in Brussels for an exclusive one-on-one interview.

Study finds systemic barriers to cancer treatment for women

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cancer has been one of the top two leading causes of death in the United States for 75 years. A recent international study revealed the unique challenges women with cancer can face that make it harder to overcome the disease. Dr. Ophira Ginsburg, one of the co-authors of the study, joins Ali Rogin to discuss the findings.

Why the U.S. is detaining thousands of migrants as witnesses

5m 24s

Over the past 20 years, tens of thousands of undocumented immigrants have been sent to jail and held as potential witnesses in human smuggling cases, many for six months or longer. A New York Times investigation examined this largely overlooked aspect of the immigration debate. Sarah Cutler, the lead author of the investigation, joins John Yang to discuss.

Mass exodus in Gaza as Israel tells people to leave

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The Israeli military has told more than one million Gaza residents to leave their homes in advance of further airstrikes and an expected ground operation in retaliation for last Saturday's Hamas terror attacks in Israel. More than 3,100 have died in seven days and Prime Minister Netanyahu says this Israeli campaign was "only the beginning." Amna Nawaz and Leila Molana-Allen report from Tel Aviv.

Brooks and Capehart on the Israel-Hamas war and U.S. support

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New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the war between Israel and Hamas, President Biden pledging U.S. support and the uncertainty surrounding the selection of a new House speaker.

Patrick Stewart reflects on life and career in new memoir

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Patrick Stewart cut his acting teeth in the theater, taking on numerous roles in Shakespeare and other classics. For his second act, he became known to millions as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek" and Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" films. Now, he tells his own story in a new memoir, "Making It So." Stewart discussed the book with Jeffrey Brown for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

Colorado officer convicted in death of Elijah McClain

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Jurors convicted one white Colorado police officer and acquitted another in the first of three trials stemming from the 2019 death of Elijah McClain. The officers put McClain in a choke hold that caused him to lose consciousness and paramedics later injected him with ketamine. William Brangham discussed the case of racial justice involving the use of force with Julia Cardi of The Denver Gazette.

Jordan latest GOP speaker candidate, unclear if he can win

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House Republicans have a new nominee for speaker ten days after Kevin McCarthy was ousted and less than 24 hours after their last pick stepped aside. Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan got enough votes in the behind-closed-doors meeting of the GOP conference, but it's unclear if he can get the 217 votes necessary to win on the House floor. Congressional Correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports from Capitol Hill.

Defense secretary visits Israel in show of U.S. support

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made a quick trip to Israel Friday from NATO meetings in Brussels, the second U.S. cabinet official in as many days to visit. Nick Schifrin traveled on this whirlwind journey with Austin and spoke with the secretary and Israeli officials about the conflict and U.S. support.

Siege of Gaza intensifies as Israel vows to crush Hamas

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There are now nearly 3,000 dead in the six days of brutal violence between Israel and Hamas. More than 1,500 Palestinians have been killed, including 45 members of an extended family in their Gaza home, according to officials there. In Israel, more than 1,300 were killed in the weekend attacks., including 25 Americans. Amna Nawaz and Leila Molana-Allen report from Israel.

Scalise fails to secure votes, drops out of speaker race

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A day after House Republicans narrowly voted to nominate Steve Scalise to be the next speaker, the Louisiana congressman withdrew his name from consideration after it was clear he did not have the votes to win on the House floor. This development is throwing the GOP search for its next leader into further chaos. Congressional Correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports.

Scalise slips further from speakership amid GOP division

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House Republicans and Congressman Steve Scalise may have slipped further away from having the votes to fill the job of House speaker. The chamber remains frozen and the GOP is deeply divided over who should lead them. Congressional Correspondent Lisa Desjardins spoke to dozens of members during this highly unusual day and reports from Capitol Hill.

Gaza residents on bombings with no way to escape

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More than 2 million people live in Gaza, one of the most densely populated corners of the planet. In the six days since Hamas’ terrorist attacks, Israel says it has dropped 6,000 bombs on Gaza. The UN says 650,000 Gazans face water shortages and 340,000 have had to flee their homes. Nick Schifrin and producer Zeba Warsi spoke to Gaza residents who face bombardment with no escape.

Jeffries: Moderate Republicans can join Dems to end deadlock

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As Republican infighting complicates the process of electing a new speaker, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York joined Geoff Bennett to discuss who Democrats would like to see holding the gavel and how it is affecting aid for Israel and Ukraine.

College campuses become focus of debate over free speech

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Since the attack by Hamas and Israel’s ongoing response, there have been bitter debates on many college campuses over which side bears responsibility. This plays into already raging debates at many schools over free speech and academic freedom. Judy Woodruff visited four colleges to understand how this fits into the nation's political divide. It's part of her series, America at a Crossroads.

Gaza cut off from supplies as Israel’s bombardment continues

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Death tolls soared on the fifth day of heavy fighting between Israel and Hamas. More than 1,200 Israelis and 1,100 Palestinians are now dead with many still missing. In Gaza, the last power station has run out of fuel, there will soon be no electricity, no water or sanitation and food is starting to become scarce. Amna Nawaz and Leila Molana-Allen report from Israel.

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