PBS News Hour - Full Show May 23, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
May 23, 2025
Bridget Brink, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, shares insights on her resignation, criticizing the Trump administration's foreign policy. She emphasizes the urgency of a strong stance against aggressors to protect democracy. Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks, reflects on her inspiring journey in women's basketball and the importance of diverse representation in coaching. The conversation weaves through the complexities of international relations and the fight for equity, both on the court and beyond.
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Harvard's International Student Fight
- Blocking Harvard from enrolling international students threatens its diversity and academic strength.
- The fight reflects a broader Republican shift against elite higher education as a cultural symbol.
Trump Cryptocurrency Dinner Controversy
- Trump held a pricey dinner for top buyers of his cryptocurrency, giving paid access to presidency.
- This creates rare conflicts of interest as Trump profits personally from presidential influence.
Bridget Brink's Ukraine Resignation
- Former ambassador Bridget Brink resigned because Trump pressured Ukraine, the victim, not Russia, the aggressor.
- She saw appeasement as dangerous and contrary to U.S. values and policy.
