PBS News Hour full episode, April 21, 2026

From PBS NewsHour.

Tuesday on the News Hour, President Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran and keeps the naval blockade in place as the two sides remain far apart on terms for ending the war. Trump’s pick to head the Federal Reserve faces a roadblock to Senate confirmation. Plus, we examine the growing divide on reproductive rights between men and women, especially among younger generations.

WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS:
Trump extends Iran ceasefire as talks to end war stall


News Wrap: DOJ announces criminal charges against SPLC

Warsh faces questions on Fed independence, personal wealth

Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick resigns ahead of House ethics probe

In rare interview, top Hezbollah leader rejects disarmament

Apple prepares for new era after Tim Cook

Gen Z men and women sharply divided reproductive rights

New growth in logged forests inspires photographer’s hope

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00:00- Introduction
02:37- Trump extends Iran ceasefire as talks to end war stall
08:52- News Wrap: DOJ announces criminal charges against SPLC
14:11- Warsh faces questions on Fed independence, personal wealth
23:10- Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick resigns ahead of House ethics probe
28:05- In rare interview, top Hezbollah leader rejects disarmament
36:27- Apple prepares for new era after Tim Cook
41:58- Gen Z men and women sharply divided reproductive rights
51:43- New growth in logged forests inspires photographer’s hope