PBS NewsHour

PBS NewsHour full episode Feb. 16, 2015

02/16/2015 | 56m 38s

Tonight on the program, we take a look at Egypt's airstrikes against the Islamic State group as the militants expand their territory. Also: How poverty and mental illness are putting more people behind bars, a look at whether Jehovah's Witness leaders covered up child sexual abuse, Politics Monday examines security and stability for 2016, exploring Robert E. Lee, and remembering Philip Levine.

Aired: 02/16/15

Expired: 03/18/15

Rating: NR

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