PBS News Hour full episode, Sept. 2, 2026
Wednesday on the News Hour, Iran launches more strikes in retaliation for U.S. attacks. We speak with the attorney for a whistleblower who alleges the U.S. Postal Service is rushing a mail ballot system that could affect millions of midterm votes. Plus, Trump administration officials cast doubt on the role measles played in two deaths, sparking another political debate over public health.
WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS:
U.S. strikes Iran as Tehran targets Gulf allies
https://youtu.be/7lSPSo5MaYE
Iran war creating major dent in economy, Cliff Kupchan says
https://youtu.be/JKqBMfrPfR8
News Wrap: Lindsay Clancy jury unable to reach verdict
https://youtu.be/U30V2ledAjw
Whistleblower’s attorney details USPS election concerns
https://youtu.be/9WU_KOUSvoo
Democratic strategist on the new anti-partisan swing voters
https://youtu.be/MgD93M5dGG4
Afghan women defy Taliban to educate girls in secret schools
https://youtu.be/xN6vDnzHVrg
Pediatrician says RFK Jr. sowing doubt about measles
https://youtu.be/swx2dnXEJdA
Painter Alex Katz reflects on his career and artistry
https://youtu.be/JrZfHLBkTaU
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00:00 – INTRO
02:20 – U.S. strikes Iran as Tehran targets Gulf allies
06:23 – Iran war creating major dent in economy, Cliff Kupchan says
11:31 – News Wrap
18:02 – Mail-In Voting
24:07 – Vote 2026
29:52 – Women in Afghanistan
41:11 – Vaccine Battles
47:25 – “Out of Sight”
54:27 – Goodnight
