PBS News Hour - Full Show October 31, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
Nov 1, 2025
Nick Schifrin, a PBS NewsHour foreign correspondent, shares alarming updates on the civil war in Sudan, including the brutal capture of Al-Fashir and its humanitarian impact. Jonathan Capehart, a political commentator, discusses the looming government shutdown and its potential ramifications on essential programs like Head Start. The duo delves into the political pressures ahead of the midterm elections, alongside the broader implications of current events on democracy and public welfare.
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Head Start Is More Than Preschool
- Head Start provides preschool plus health, dental, nutrition, and family support for low-income children.
- A shutdown threatens about 140 programs and 65,000 children if funds lapse Monday.
Prepare Local Contingencies Now
- Prepare contingencies for families who rely on Head Start for child care and services.
- Support staff and local vendors who will face immediate financial strain if programs close.
Al-Fashir's Fall Triggered Mass Violence
- The RSF's capture of al-Fashir escalated Darfur into mass killing and famine after an 18-month siege.
- Aid groups say civilians were targeted and international warnings went unheeded.
