PBS NewsHour full episode, May 13, 2020

Wednesday on the NewsHour, tensions over when to lift lockdowns and let businesses reopen dominate American life. Plus: Tennessee Sen. Lamar Alexander and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on the U.S. coronavirus response, child welfare experts fear rising abuse, the family of an American hostage in Afghanistan pleas for his release, the Supreme Court considers faithless electors and “Songs of Comfort.”

Editor's Note: For the record, one of the talented musicians shown in our "Songs of Comfort" piece is NewsHour producer Ali Rogin, at 53:50. Thanks to all of the performers for sharing with us.

WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS
Trump criticizes Fauci over Senate committee testimony
Alexander: States need more flexibility with federal aid
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy: 'All states' need more federal aid
News Wrap: Federal judge delays decision on Flynn case
Why experts worry child abuse is rising during the pandemic
Family of American held in Afghanistan asks Trump for help
'Faithless electors' SCOTUS case could have big implications
Yo-Yo Ma's ‘Songs of Comfort’ inspire musical collaboration

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