Friday on the News Hour, the FAA issues a rare nationwide ground stop for all flights. The Treasury secretary points fingers at the head of the Commerce Department as lawmakers call for more restrictions on chip exports to China. Chuck Schumer faces a challenge to his Senate leadership. Plus, how the ever-increasing cost of housing is squeezing Americans out of the market. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

As President Trump says he's focused on economic pressure on Iran, Gulf allies are united against the war and hedging their bets by talking with Iran about regional security. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses the Middle East's pivot point with Hussein Ibish, Danielle Pletka, Dana Stroul and Alex Vatanka. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

When it comes to measles, the U.S. is going backwards. Our country, once a global leader in our ability to contain this virus, is now seeing measles surge back. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores how we got here, and where we go now with Dr. William Schaffner and Jessica Malaty Rivera. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Thursday on the News Hour, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid scrutiny over his extramarital affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy. We sit down with Michigan's Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed to discuss how he hopes to shake up Washington. Plus, how widespread cuts to USAID have become a matter of life and death in Somalia. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Wednesday on the News Hour, an indictment reveals new details about Iran-backed operatives allegedly plotting attacks across the U.S. and Europe. The White House counsel is threatening Democratic lawmakers over their efforts to investigate Trump administration officials. Plus, Judy Woodruff delves into the transformation of the U.S. military over the last 250 years and the impact that it has had. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Tuesday on the News Hour, Pete Hegseth pushes back against mounting criticism as he faces the threat of impeachment. The man poised to become the next Speaker of the House discusses Democrats' election wins and what they plan to do with their new majority. Plus, new inflation data shows Americans are still feeling the pinch of rising costs, despite a drop in gas prices. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Monday on the News Hour, Nvidia's CEO admits to an affair with a woman accused of being a Chinese spy. A look at the risks to national security and the economy. Congress returns after a midterm election that exposed deep voter frustration with Trump's war in Iran. Plus, young adults in Gaza pursue a college degree despite years of violence and displacement. Correction: A graphic and the transcript in this piece misspelled the name of student Ahmed Sabha. The transcript has been updated. We regret the error. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

There were some new faces on Capitol Hill on Monday as incoming lawmakers arrived for their orientation. But for the current House and Senate, it was back to business. They began one final stretch before the GOP loses its control of Congress in January. Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky moved to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

After nearly two turbulent years, Americans send a clear message – it's time for a check on President Trump's power. But will that actually happen? And what does a Democratic-controlled Congress mean for Trump's foreign policy? Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses that and more with Gustau Alegret, Nadia Bilbassy-Charters, Misha Komadovsky and Willy Lowry. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Friday on the News Hour, Trump picks a new chief of staff, immigration hardliner Stephen Miller, in the wake of the Democrats' landslide election. The post-election economy is bolstered by a better-than-expected jobs report, but fears over an AI bubble still weigh on Wall Street. Plus, Sen.-elect Adam Hamilton and Gov.-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms reflect on their historic victories. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The International Space Station is 250 miles above Earth and travels at roughly 17,500 mph as it orbits our planet. Since 2000, scientists have conducted experiments on everything from cancer to botany to fundamental questions about our universe. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores life aboard the ISS with two astronauts who worked there, Karen Nyberg and Don Pettit. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy