PBS News Hour - Full Show November 3, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
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Nov 4, 2025 
Nick Schifrin, a PBS NewsHour foreign correspondent specializing in Middle East affairs, discusses the arrest of Israel's former military advocate for leaking a video of alleged detainee abuse, raising critical questions about rule of law. Meanwhile, William Brangham delves into the New York mayoral race, spotlighting Zohran Mamdani's rise and its significant implications for the Democratic Party’s future. Their insights highlight pressing political dynamics and ethical concerns in governance.
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Partial SNAP Payments Add Uncertainty
- The Trump administration will resume some SNAP payments but at roughly half the usual amount, creating uncertainty for recipients.
- Processing delays and state-level reruns mean timing and amounts will vary widely across the country.
Food Banks Saw Spikes And Despair
- Food banks across the country saw long lines and upticks in guests as SNAP benefits went into limbo.
- A SNAP recipient said losing benefits felt like being "sentenced to death" because he relies on the aid.
Use Child Nutrition Funds To Bridge SNAP
- USDA can transfer funds from child nutrition accounts to SNAP to cover shortfalls and should consider doing so if the shutdown continues.
- States must rerun issuance files quickly and coordinate with processors to minimize delays distributing reduced benefits.