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August 19, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

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August 19, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

2025 Episode 231 | 57m 46s | CC

Tuesday on the News Hour, the White House pushes Russia for direct talks with Ukraine, but signs of compromise are still elusive. A look at competing claims from the Trump administration and D.C. city leaders about crime levels. Plus, at the height of wildfire season, thousands of firefighters face frontline dangers, including toxic smoke, with little to no protection.

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