PBS News Hour - Politics

In our news wrap Wednesday, at least 100 people have died in heavy flooding in northern and eastern Afghanistan. Strong seasonal rains brought mudslides that filled streets, submerged cars and destroyed more than 2,000 homes. Also, police in Minsk broke up new demonstrations and detained dozens of protesters who say Belarus' recent presidential election was rigged. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Throughout the Republican National Convention, supporters of President Trump have touted his economic record as a key reason they believe he should be reelected. But what would a second-term policy agenda look like for Trump, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to limit economic growth and threaten American jobs? Paul Solman reports on Trump's record so far and proposals for the future. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The second night of the 2020 Republican National Convention featured a pardon from President Donald Trump, a naturalization ceremony and speeches from Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Sen. Rand Paul, Melania Trump and others. As day three of the RNC gets underway, join the PBS NewsHour's Dan Bush and Yamiche Alcindor for a recap of night two and what to watch for Wednesday evening.

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Rep. Doug Collins of Georgia is one of President Trump's strongest defenders in the House of Representatives. He is also challenging Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler for her Senate seat this November. As the second night of the Republican National Convention continues, Collins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss the party's message, peaceful protests and his relationship with Trump. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Throughout the Republican National Convention, the NewsHour will be talking to prominent members of the party, including Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming. He joins Judy Woodruff to discuss his reaction to Night 1 of the RNC, President Trump's handling of the coronavirus crisis, why Congress hasn't passed new pandemic aid and what the Republican Party believes is on the ballot this November. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

On Night 1 of the Republican National Convention, speakers made their pitches for why President Trump should win a second term. Supporters praised Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic that has killed at least 178,000 people in the U.S., but much of the night's content took an ominous, threatening tone when describing what a Joe Biden presidency would look like. Amna Nawaz reports. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Trump and his supporters kicked off the Republican National Convention on Monday, with speakers characterizing a potential Joe Biden presidency as disastrous. Melania Trump will lead the lineup Tuesday night. Meanwhile, there is some controversy over Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's decision to appear at the event. Yamiche Alcindor and Nick Schifrin join Judy Woodruff to discuss.

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Former South Carolina Rep. Trey Gowdy has recently published a book, "Doesn't Hurt to Ask: Using the Power of Questions to Communicate, Connect, and Persuade." He joins Judy Woodruff to discuss its key messages, the Republican National Convention so far, a lack of persuasion in contemporary American politics and why he left Congress. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

When President Trump was officially renominated by the Republican Party on Monday, only 336 delegates were in the room. Most of the 2,500 people who had hoped to attend in person were instead watching from home. But their virtual participation didn't mean they were any less excited about the GOP ticket. The NewsHour heard from a few of them before the Republican National Convention began. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer chairs the National Republican Congressional Committee and is leading the GOP's efforts to win control of the House in November. Emmer joins Judy Woodruff from Minneapolis to discuss his reaction to the Republican National Convention so far and why he thinks his party will win a majority in the House this fall. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders