PBS News Hour full episode, Dec. 30, 2025

From PBS NewsHour.

Tuesday on the News Hour, the U.S. increases pressure on the Maduro regime with a strike inside Venezuela. Federal agents intensify investigations of alleged fraud of taxpayer money in Minnesota. Plus, the U.S. announces a new way to deliver humanitarian aid around the world.

WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS:
U.S. increases pressure on Maduro with Venezuela strike

News Wrap: More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows

Federal agents probe Minnesota child care fund allegations

U.S. unveils new plan for delivering humanitarian aid

How retirements and redistricting could impact the midterms

Inside Rocket Lab’s effort to outpace larger space rivals

How Kharkiv preserves faith and culture under Russia’s siege

Artists hope to preserve, rebuild Gaza’s cultural heritage

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00:00 – Intro
02:16 – Targeting Venezuela
07:18 – News Wrap
12:58 – Investigating Fraud
19:45 – Cuts & Consequences
26:47 – Vote 2026
31:54 – Aiming High
40:35 – Wartime Holiday
45:26 – Culture at Risk
55:07 – Goodnight