Tonight marks a milestone for all of us at the PBS News Hour. On this day 50 years ago, we aired our first broadcast. The show had a different name, but the same mission to deliver thoughtful & trustworthy journalism. Half a century later, we're still at it & guided by the same principles & mission.

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"The former first lady, Michelle Obama, offered no explanation for her decision not to attend next week's swearing-in ceremony."

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