Winston Wilde

2 months ago | pbs.org | Winston Wilde

Russian and U.S. officials met in person for the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine more than 1,000 days ago. They aimed to chart a path towards peace and raised the possibility of lifting sanctions they’ve aimed at each other. They also agreed to work toward restoring staffing at embassies. But there was one glaring omission: Ukrainian officials were not in the room. Geoff Bennett reports. Notice: Transcripts are machine and human generated and lightly edited for accuracy.

2 months ago | pbs.org | Winston Wilde

Feb 5, 2025 6:45 PM EST Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio President Trump took his first meeting at the White House with a Democratic foe, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, with federal aid for wildfire-stricken communities hanging in the balance. And with more executive actions, Trump took steps to restrict transgender rights in sports. Amna Nawaz reports.

Jan 21, 2025 | pbs.org | Winston Wilde

Jan 21, 2025 6:55 PM EST Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio In less than 24 hours, President Trump unleashed a wave of executive actions, some that take effect immediately, some that will be challenged in court and some whose potential impacts are more vague. He promises more executive actions as his Cabinet takes shape and as he moves to purge the federal government of those disloyal to him. Geoff Bennett reports.

Nov 4, 2024 | pbs.org | Winston Wilde

Nov 4, 2024 6:55 PM EST Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio With only hours left for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump to reach voters, the candidates are crossing crucial states that could decide the election. More than 80 million Americans have already cast ballots and there are new signs of momentum for the vice president. But neither side is taking anything for granted in the waning hours of this unprecedented election cycle. Laura Barrón-López reports.

Oct 24, 2024 | pbs.org | Winston Wilde

With the presidential election just 12 days away, new polling shows the race neck and neck. It's adding urgency to Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign, who is now consistently painting her opponent as an existential threat to democracy. Donald Trump is focusing on the key issue of immigration. Lisa Desjardins reports.