PBS Newshour Season 2018 Episode 98 May 15, 2018
- May 15, 2018
On May 15, 2018, the PBS Newshour aired its 98th episode for its 2018 season. This episode covered a range of news topics from both the United States and abroad, including immigration, Iran, and the ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and China.
The show opened with a report on leaked documents revealing details about the Trump administration's plan to crackdown on undocumented immigrants. The report featured interviews with activists and immigration lawyers who expressed concern over the harsh treatment of undocumented immigrants and the lack of transparency surrounding the government's actions.
Next, the show turned its attention to the situation in Iran, specifically the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the nuclear deal and impose economic sanctions on the country. The report featured interviews with experts on the region who analyzed the potential impact of the sanctions on the Iranian economy and the stability of the region as a whole.
The episode also included a segment on the ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and China. The report examined the progress of the negotiations and the potential impact of tariffs on consumers in both countries. It also included interviews with business leaders and economists who offered their perspectives on the situation.
In addition to these major segments, the episode also covered other news stories, including updates on the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and the teacher strikes that were taking place across the country.
Throughout the episode, the PBS Newshour provided in-depth analysis and reporting on the news stories of the day, offering viewers a comprehensive understanding of the issues at hand. The show's commitment to unbiased reporting and its focus on providing context and background information on each story made this episode and the PBS Newshour as a whole, a valuable source of news and information for viewers.